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Journey information
Overview: Train from Falmouth to Chelmsford
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Trains from Falmouth to Chelmsford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £273 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 16:26. The fastest train covers the 426 km distance in 5h 58m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 426 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £273 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 58m |
First train 05:56 |
Last train 16:26 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Falmouth to Chelmsford trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Falmouth and Chelmsford from £273. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 32m
Cheapest Price
£87
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 58m
Cheapest Price
£270
first_great_western frequency
13 a day
FAQs: Falmouth to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Falmouth 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.
To explore Chelmsford's main attractions, including its parks, historical sites, and shopping areas, two to three days are usually sufficient.
The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Chelmsford is by train, costing approximately £273.
A day trip from Falmouth to Chelmsford is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 58m. Trains run 6 times per day and the distance is 426 km.
The train distance from Falmouth to Chelmsford is 426 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Falmouth to Chelmsford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £273, while the average price tends to be around £278.
The last train from Falmouth to Chelmsford departs at 16:26.
The train journey from Falmouth to Chelmsford offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque Cornish countryside and along the South West coastline, providing glimpses of rolling hills and coastal landscapes, before transitioning to more urban settings as it approaches Chelmsford.
There is no night train service from Falmouth to Chelmsford.
To travel from Falmouth to Chelmsford, you can take a train.
Booking trains from Falmouth to Chelmsford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Falmouth to Chelmsford covers a distance of 426 km and takes approximately 5h 58m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Falmouth that goes to Chelmsford is Falmouth Town (FMT), and it arrives at Chelmsford station (CHM).
The first train from Falmouth to Chelmsford leaves at 5:56.
Trains from Falmouth to Chelmsford run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Falmouth to Chelmsford.
Yes, you can take the train from Falmouth to Chelmsford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Falmouth to Chelmsford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Falmouth and Chelmsford
Falmouth
Chelmsford
The major train station for departures in Falmouth is Falmouth Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Falmouth Town for your trip from Falmouth to Chelmsford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has step free access to the platform although access to the platform is via a long steep ramp. Due to narrow platforms, wheelchair users cannot alight or board the train from this station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Falmouth Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road at the side of the station by the bridge where the bus stop is
The major train station for arrivals in Chelmsford is Chelmsford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chelmsford for your journey to Chelmsford from Falmouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Chelmsford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
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