The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Chelmsford will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 2 trains that leave Newcastle 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 386 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.
8:584h23Newcastle13:21Chelmsford£951One-way0 changes
10:584h10Newcastle15:08Chelmsford£1001One-way0 changes
10:584h10Newcastle15:08Chelmsford£1001One-way0 changes
8:584h23Newcastle13:21Chelmsford£951One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Newcastle to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £74, and a flight costs an average of £231.
Distance: 386 km
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Live departures
Newcastle to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle 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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![]() | 8:58 Newcastle | 4h23 | 13:21 Chelmsford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:58 Newcastle | 4h10 | 15:08 Chelmsford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Chelmsford
Trains from Newcastle to Chelmsford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 386 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 20:48 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo from Newcastle to Chelmsford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo trains will get you between Newcastle and Chelmsford from £74. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle and Chelmsford
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- 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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