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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chelmsford for Great Yarmouth 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 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.
12:282h45Chelmsford15:13Great Yarmouth£131One-way0 changes
- 12:282h45Chelmsford15:13Great Yarmouth£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £47.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 20:42 Chelmsford | 2h26 | 23:08 Great Yarmouth | 2 changes | |
| 23:42 Chelmsford | 5h57 | 5:39 Great Yarmouth | 2 changes | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
| 12:28 Chelmsford | 2h45 | 15:13 Great Yarmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 21:17 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Great Yarmouth from £13. 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 Yarmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to Great Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Chelmsford and Great Yarmouth
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Shopping
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Dining
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WC
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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
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 17:10 Saturday 06:50 - 17:10 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 taxis are usually available on the taxi rank at the front of the station.
- 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: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the concourse and open when the station is manned
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on concourse, and by night entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station entrance
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