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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Chelmsford will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 2 trains that leave Doncaster for Chelmsford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 226 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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 for Doncaster to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, and a coach costs an average of £69.
Distance: 226 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£63 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Doncaster to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Chelmsford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:47 Doncaster | 3h04 | 09:51 Chelmsford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Chelmsford
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Trains from Doncaster to Chelmsford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 22:09 |
Train companies: LNER, First Hull Trains from Doncaster to Chelmsford trainsLNER, First Hull Trains trains will get you between Doncaster and Chelmsford from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Doncaster to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster 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 Doncaster and Chelmsford
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- 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 public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- 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 adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow 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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