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Chester-le-Street to Derby Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Chester-le-Street to Derby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £37.90, with average prices for this route around £37.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:11 2 hours 41 minutes, Changes required Chester-Le-Street	14:52 Derby	Find Tickets
14:12 2 hours 39 minutes, Changes required Chester-Le-Street	16:51 Derby	Find Tickets
16:12 2 hours 40 minutes, Changes required Chester-Le-Street	18:52 Derby	Find Tickets
17:12 3 hours 58 minutes, Changes required Chester-Le-Street	21:10 Derby	Find Tickets
18:11 4 hours 32 minutes, Changes required Chester-Le-Street	22:43 Derby	Find Tickets
19:52 4 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Chester-Le-Street	00:16 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Chester-le-Street to Derby Train Route Details

First train

04:30

Last train

22:33

Departure station

Chester-le-Street

Arrival station

Derby

Journey time

2 hours 38 minutes

Distance

216 km

Price

£37.90*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Chester-le-Street to Derby

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Chester-le-Street to Derby. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Chester-le-Street to Derby, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Chester-le-Street to Derby ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Chester-le-Street to Derby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Chester-le-Street to Derby train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Chester-le-Street to Derby Train prices and times

Chester-le-Street to Derby Train Route Details