4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Diss to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Diss to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Diss to Chelmsford will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Diss for Chelmsford 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 84 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 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.
5:171h00Diss6:17Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes- 8:470h59Diss9:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
- 9:490h57Diss10:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
- 10:480h58Diss11:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
- 11:490h57Diss12:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
- 9:490h57Diss10:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
- 11:490h57Diss12:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
- 12:490h57Diss13:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
- 10:480h58Diss11:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
- 8:470h59Diss9:46Chelmsford£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Diss to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Diss to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 84 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Diss to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Diss to Chelmsford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:17 Diss | 1h00 | 6:17 Chelmsford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:47 Diss | 1h12 | 6:59 Chelmsford | 1 change | |
| 6:17 Diss | 1h14 | 7:31 Chelmsford | 1 change | |
| 6:47 Diss | 1h14 | 8:01 Chelmsford | 1 change | |
| 7:17 Diss | 1h16 | 8:33 Chelmsford | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Diss to Chelmsford
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Trains from Diss to Chelmsford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 2:09 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Diss to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Diss 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 Diss and Chelmsford
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 19:25 Saturday 07:15 - 15:20 Sunday 09:00 - 18:25
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: 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 including an accessible (radar key) toilet is located on platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform and on forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop in station car park
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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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