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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carshalton to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carshalton to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carshalton to Chelmsford will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 3 trains that leave Carshalton for Chelmsford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carshalton to Chelmsford
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Trains from Carshalton to Chelmsford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:17, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 60 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 07:17 |
Last train 21:19 |
Train companies: Thameslink from Carshalton to Chelmsford trainsThameslink trains will get you between Carshalton and Chelmsford from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carshalton to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carshalton 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 Carshalton and Chelmsford
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:45 Saturday 08:00 - 15:00 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: Step free access to both platforms via lifts. Platform 2 also has step free access via side gate. Assistance Meeting Point is the station entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated and step free waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage location: At the front of the station next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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- 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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