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Trains from Shortlands to Chelmsford (CHM)

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81

train journeys
per day

30

miles (48 kms)

1hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Shortlands to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 81 scheduled rail journeys between Shortlands and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 81 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shortlands to Chelmsford is approximately 30 miles (48 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 36 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Shortlands and Chelmsford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shortlands to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 23 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Shortlands to Chelmsford

Journeys from Shortlands to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    04:46
    1 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    06:27
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:16
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    06:51
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:51
    1 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    07:19
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:06
    1 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    07:36
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:16
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    07:51
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:21
    1 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    07:51
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:46
    1 hrs 24 mins2 changes
    08:10
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:51
    1 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    08:21
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:55
    1 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    08:29
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:06
    1 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    08:36
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:16
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:51
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:21
    1 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    08:51
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:36
    1 hrs 33 mins3 changes
    09:09
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:46
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:21
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:51
    1 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    09:21
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:55
    1 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    09:27
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:06
    1 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    09:34
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:16
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:51
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:21
    1 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    09:51
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:46
    1 hrs 24 mins2 changes
    10:10
    Shortlands
    Chelmsford
    Shortlands to Chelmsford

About Shortlands Station

Station name Shortlands (SRT)
AddressShortlands station, Shortlands Road, Shortlands, Greater London, BR2 0JA
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
AddressChelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shortlands and Chelmsford

The travel time between Shortlands and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shortlands and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 81 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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Amenities on trains between Shortlands and Chelmsford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Shortlands & Chelmsford. owever, there are 81 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Shortlands and Chelmsford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Shortlands and Chelmsford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.