The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£113
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Chelmsford will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Leeds to Chelmsford you need to make at least 2 changes.
C02054+
G27945+
P67004+
W4540717:103h41Leeds station (LDS)20:51Chelmsford station (CHM)£561One-way4 changes
G08019+
P66615+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Stratford (London)17:403h41Leeds station (LDS)21:21Chelmsford station (CHM)£571One-way2 changes
G07971+
P01087+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street9:403h28Leeds station (LDS)13:08Chelmsford station (CHM)£581One-way2 changes
G08012+
P66611+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Stratford (London)16:403h42Leeds station (LDS)20:22Chelmsford station (CHM)£631One-way2 changes
C02108+
C18627+
P67255+
G5898916:103h24Leeds station (LDS)19:34Chelmsford station (CHM)£631One-way4 changes
C02161+
C37422+
P01241+
W454308:103h17Leeds station (LDS)11:27Chelmsford station (CHM)£1171One-way3 changes
C02054+
C37494+
P01318+
W4540717:103h17Leeds station (LDS)20:27Chelmsford station (CHM)£681One-way3 changes
C02161+
C04674+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street8:103h24Leeds station (LDS)11:34Chelmsford station (CHM)£1171One-way2 changes
C02108+
C18627+
P67255+
G5898916:103h24Leeds station (LDS)19:34Chelmsford station (CHM)£631One-way4 changes
G07971+
P01087+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street9:403h28Leeds station (LDS)13:08Chelmsford station (CHM)£581One-way2 changes
Live departures
Leeds to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Chelmsford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24994+ C01956+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+ P66509 | On time 2:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 6h08 | 8:21 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 3 changes | |
C24994+ C01956+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Stratford (London)+ P67198 | On time 2:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 6h23 | 8:36 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 3 changes | |
C02157+ W32881+ C18586+ C11092 | 5:00 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h51 | 8:51 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 4 changes | |
C02157+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+ P66929 | 5:00 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h51 | 8:51 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
C02157+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Stratford (London)+ P01075 | 5:00 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h09 | 9:09 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
C02145+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+ P01075 | 5:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h39 | 9:09 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Chelmsford
Trains from Leeds to Chelmsford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:26, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 2:26 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Leeds to Chelmsford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Leeds 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: Leeds to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds and Chelmsford
Most Leeds to Chelmsford trains use the Leeds to Chelmsford station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Chelmsford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Chelmsford station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
Getting to Chelmsford from Chelmsford city centre
Chelmsford train station facilities and services
Chelmsford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chelmsford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chelmsford. ATMs are available at Chelmsford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chelmsford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chelmsford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chelmsford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chelmsford: 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.
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