4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Chelmsford will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester for Chelmsford 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 279 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.
6:243h27Chester9:51Chelmsford£731One-way0 changes
- 6:243h27Chester9:51Chelmsford£731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Chester to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £73, and a flight costs an average of £122.
Distance: 279 km
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3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Chelmsford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Chelmsford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 20:09. The fastest train covers the 279 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 279 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 3:39 |
Last train 20:09 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Chester to Chelmsford trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Chelmsford from £73. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester and Chelmsford
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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