The cheapest and fastest trains from Newton Abbot to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£137
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newton Abbot to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newton Abbot to Chelmsford will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £137.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newton Abbot for Chelmsford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 315 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.


Live departures
Newton Abbot to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Newton Abbot to Chelmsford trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:16 Newton Abbot | 4h05 | 12:21 Chelmsford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newton Abbot to Chelmsford
Trains from Newton Abbot to Chelmsford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £137 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 18:06. The fastest train covers the 315 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 315 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £137 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 18:06 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Newton Abbot to Chelmsford trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Newton Abbot and Chelmsford from £137. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newton Abbot to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot and Chelmsford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 17:50 Sunday 08:45 - 18:10
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge from platform 3. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Station phone boxes are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 on Platforms 1/2 and 3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: In ladies wc
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 adjacent ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 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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