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Compare train and coach for Ware to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ware to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 35 km
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Why should you book Ware to Chelmsford trains with Omio?
Abellio Greater Anglia operates all trains services from Ware to Chelmsford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Ware to Chelmsford.
Why book with Omio vs Abellio Greater Anglia?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Abellio Greater Anglia with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Ware to Chelmsford.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Ware to Chelmsford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ware to Chelmsford
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Trains from Ware to Chelmsford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 16:43. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 1h 19m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 16:43 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ware to Chelmsford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ware and Chelmsford from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£34
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Ware to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ware 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Ware to Chelmsford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Ware to Chelmsford covers a distance of 35 km and takes approximately 1h 19m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Ware to Chelmsford is 35 km.
The first train from Ware to Chelmsford leaves at 4:55.
The last train from Ware to Chelmsford departs at 16:43.
Trains from Ware to Chelmsford run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ware to Chelmsford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ware to Chelmsford.
To get from Ware to Chelmsford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Ware to Chelmsford.
The train station in Ware that goes to Chelmsford is Ware station (WAR), and it arrives at Chelmsford station (CHM).
The cheapest way to get from Ware to Chelmsford is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Ware to Chelmsford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ware to Chelmsford offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, passing through picturesque landscapes, small towns, and rural areas, making it a fairly scenic route.
A day trip from Ware to Chelmsford is feasible as the journey takes 1h 19m and is covered by 4 trains per day over a distance of 35 km.
To explore Chelmsford's main attractions, including its parks, historical sites, and shopping areas, two to three days are usually sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Ware to Chelmsford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ware and Chelmsford
Ware
Chelmsford
The major train station for departures in Ware is Ware. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ware for your trip from Ware to Chelmsford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:45 Saturday 07:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has a heated waiting room on platform 1. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Ware
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Chelmsford is Chelmsford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chelmsford for your journey to Chelmsford from Ware.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Chelmsford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
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