The cheapest and fastest trains from Kilmarnock to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£288
Fastest journey
6 h 9 m
Average duration
6 h 14 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kilmarnock to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kilmarnock to Chelmsford will cost around £288 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
To travel from Kilmarnock to Chelmsford you need to make at least 4 changes.
19:5312h16Kilmarnock8:09Chelmsford£1601One-way4 changes
7:536h14Kilmarnock14:07Chelmsford£3081One-way4 changes
9:596h09Kilmarnock16:08Chelmsford£3081One-way4 changes
13:576h10Kilmarnock20:07Chelmsford£3081One-way4 changes
11:546h11Kilmarnock18:05Chelmsford£3091One-way4 changes
9:596h09Kilmarnock16:08Chelmsford£3081One-way4 changes
13:576h10Kilmarnock20:07Chelmsford£3081One-way4 changes
11:546h11Kilmarnock18:05Chelmsford£3091One-way4 changes
7:536h14Kilmarnock14:07Chelmsford£3081One-way4 changes
15:536h28Kilmarnock22:21Chelmsford£3091One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Kilmarnock to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kilmarnock to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £101. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £101, and a train costs an average of £121.
Distance: 541 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£121 Average Price | £101 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kilmarnock to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Kilmarnock to Chelmsford trains for today, Tuesday 16 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:53 Kilmarnock | 6h14 | 14:07 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 9:59 Kilmarnock | 6h09 | 16:08 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 11:54 Kilmarnock | 6h11 | 18:05 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 13:57 Kilmarnock | 6h10 | 20:07 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 15:53 Kilmarnock | 6h28 | 22:21 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 16:55 Kilmarnock | 6h42 | 23:37 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 19:53 Kilmarnock | 12h16 | 8:09 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kilmarnock to Chelmsford
Trains from Kilmarnock to Chelmsford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £121 but you can travel from only £101 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 10:41, the last at 15:48. The fastest train covers the 541 km distance in 9h 41m.
Distance 541 km |
Average train duration 9h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £121 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 41m |
First train 10:41 |
Last train 15:48 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: ScotRail from Kilmarnock to Chelmsford trainsScotRail trains will get you between Kilmarnock and Chelmsford from £101. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kilmarnock to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kilmarnock 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kilmarnock and Chelmsford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:35 Saturday 06:30 - 23:35 Sunday 10:15 - 23:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Level to platforms 1,2&3 underpass with lifts connecting platform 4. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 in Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, accessed via Langlands Brae
- 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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