4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Witham
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Witham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Witham will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chelmsford for Witham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chelmsford to Witham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Witham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 14 km
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Live departures
Chelmsford to Witham train times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Witham trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:10 Chelmsford | 0h13 | 07:23 Witham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:08 Chelmsford | 0h12 | 09:20 Witham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:34 Chelmsford | 0h13 | 14:47 Witham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:55 Chelmsford | 0h12 | 17:07 Witham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Witham
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Trains from Chelmsford to Witham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 9m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 00:22 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Witham trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Witham from £4. 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 Witham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to Witham 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 Witham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Chelmsford and Witham
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- 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
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 22:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:00
- 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 ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: 2 Accessible Ticket Machines
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Male and female toilets are located on platform 1/2. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on platform 3/4. Toilets are only available when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on platforms 1/2 and 3/4, and both are heated and fully accessible.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop at station entrance
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