Compare prices and tickets Rugby to Chelmsford by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Rugby to Chelmsford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Rugby to Chelmsford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Rugby to Chelmsford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Chelmsford
Trains from Rugby to Chelmsford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £117 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £117 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 21:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Rugby to Chelmsford trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Rugby and Chelmsford from £117. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rugby to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby 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 Rugby and Chelmsford
Most Rugby to Chelmsford trains use the Rugby to Chelmsford station pair. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Chelmsford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rugby station do trains to Chelmsford leave from?
Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
Rugby train station facilities and services
Rugby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rugby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugby: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Which Chelmsford station do trains from Rugby 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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