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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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27

train journeys
per day

232

miles (373 kms)

4hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Chelmsford is approximately 232 miles (373 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Lumo, Elizabeth Line, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Chelmsford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 40 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Sunderland to Chelmsford

Journeys from Sunderland to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:39
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    10:27
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:46
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:08
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:22
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:56
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:10
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:53
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:10
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:09
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:32
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    15:10
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:17
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:32
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    16:10
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:37
    5 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    16:10
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:07
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    16:21
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:32
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:30
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    17:32
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:32
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    18:06
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:37
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    18:06
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:07
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    18:10
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:32
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    19:06
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:31
    5 hrs 37 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    20:08
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:37
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:09
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Sunderland
    Chelmsford
    Sunderland to Chelmsford

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Chelmsford

The travel time between Sunderland and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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Amenities on trains between Sunderland 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 Sunderland & Chelmsford. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Lumo, Elizabeth Line, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Chelmsford.

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