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Bristol to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Chelmsford trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G14898+ C37841+ P66529 | On time 8:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 11:21 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
G15041+ G01062+C37849+P01241 | Delayed 8:08 8:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h54 | 11:27 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 3 changes | |
| W34472+C37893+C04625 | On time 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h08 | 12:08 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
| G15062 · W35223+C04625+C37909 | On time 9:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h00 | 12:08 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 3 changes | |
| G14899+C37926+P66536 | On time 9:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h53 | 12:23 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
| W35432+G01064+P01341+C37942 | Delayed 9:08 9:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h01 | 12:34 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 3 changes | |
| W35432+P66950+C37942+G01064 | Delayed 9:08 9:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h18 | 12:51 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 3 changes | |
| W34477+P66950+C37966 | On time 10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 12:51 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
| G14900+P01259+C37601 | On time 10:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 13:27 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
| G14901+C04653+C38047 | On time 11:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 13:51 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Chelmsford
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Trains from Bristol to Chelmsford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Chelmsford trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Chelmsford from £59. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Chelmsford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chelmsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Chelmsford
Most Bristol to Chelmsford trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Chelmsford station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Chelmsford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Chelmsford station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Chelmsford from Chelmsford city centre
Chelmsford train station facilities and services
Chelmsford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chelmsford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chelmsford. ATMs are available at Chelmsford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chelmsford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chelmsford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chelmsford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chelmsford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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