The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Great Bentley
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Great Bentley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Great Bentley will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chelmsford for Great Bentley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
6:340h46Chelmsford7:20Great Bentley£181One-way0 changes
7:280h54Chelmsford8:22Great Bentley£281One-way1 change
8:300h52Chelmsford9:22Great Bentley£281One-way1 change
9:280h54Chelmsford10:22Great Bentley£281One-way1 change
10:280h54Chelmsford11:22Great Bentley£281One-way1 change
6:340h46Chelmsford7:20Great Bentley£181One-way0 changes
8:300h52Chelmsford9:22Great Bentley£281One-way1 change
7:280h54Chelmsford8:22Great Bentley£281One-way1 change
9:280h54Chelmsford10:22Great Bentley£281One-way1 change
10:280h54Chelmsford11:22Great Bentley£281One-way1 change
Live departures
Chelmsford to Great Bentley train times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Great Bentley trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:59 Chelmsford | 1h19 | 7:18 Great Bentley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:34 Chelmsford | 0h46 | 7:20 Great Bentley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:28 Chelmsford | 0h54 | 8:22 Great Bentley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:30 Chelmsford | 0h52 | 9:22 Great Bentley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:28 Chelmsford | 0h54 | 10:22 Great Bentley | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Great Bentley
Trains from Chelmsford to Great Bentley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 38m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Great Bentley trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Great Bentley from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chelmsford to Great Bentley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to Great Bentley 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 Great Bentley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chelmsford and Great Bentley
- 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
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car par and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Onward travel information: Local Buses to Colchester, Clacton and Brightlingsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement transport stop at station entrance, by the level crossing.
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