The cheapest and fastest trains from Broadbottom to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£197
Average price
£197
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Broadbottom to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Broadbottom to Chelmsford will cost around £197 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £197.
To travel from Broadbottom to Chelmsford you need to make at least 4 changes.










Live departures
Broadbottom to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Broadbottom to Chelmsford trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:23 Broadbottom | 4h28 | 10:51 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 06:54 Broadbottom | 4h39 | 11:33 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 07:59 Broadbottom | 4h23 | 12:22 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 09:00 Broadbottom | 4h21 | 13:21 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:00 Broadbottom | 4h21 | 14:21 Chelmsford | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Broadbottom to Chelmsford
Trains from Broadbottom to Chelmsford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £197 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £197 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 22:59 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Broadbottom to Chelmsford trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Broadbottom and Chelmsford from £197. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Broadbottom to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Broadbottom 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Broadbottom and Chelmsford
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:15 - 13:25 Saturday 06:50 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : From the car park up 1 step into the ticket hall, through the ticket hall and down a step onto the platform, or level access through a 3.4ft wide gate to the left of the ticket hall. Turn left and walk 11 paces to the footbridge, up 23 steps, across the footbridge (16 paces), down 22 steps onto the platform. Exit also available to Moss Lane through a 3ft wide gate, down 3 steps, along a ramp (15 paces, 1:6 slope) and up 25 steps. To Glossop : From the car park up 1 step into the ticket hall, through the ticket hall and down a step onto the platform or level access through a 3.4ft wide gate to the left of the ticket hall.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station car park (mini bus from Godley to Hadfield meets the full size bus)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on each platform. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the Ground Floor, near the lifts.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is a dedicated Cycle Point, with free cycle parking, plus secure cycle parking and premium cycle parking. This is in Park Road, opposite the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
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