Day trip from Derby to Chesterfield
Chesterfield lies 37 km (23 mi) north of Derby, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 37 km (23 mi) apart, Chesterfield is a realistic day trip from Derby: about 36 min each way by road.
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| Derby | Chesterfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 270,468 | 113,057 |
| Elevation | 55 m (180 ft) | 89 m (292 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | DE1 | S40–WS14 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Chesterfield
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Staying in Chesterfield
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Common questions
How far is Chesterfield from Derby?
37 km (23 mi) in a straight line, north of Derby; by road roughly 45 km (28 mi).
How long does it take to get from Derby to Chesterfield by road?
About 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Derby and Chesterfield?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.