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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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44

train journeys
per day

175

miles (282 kms)

4hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 44 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 44 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Chelmsford is approximately 175 miles (282 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 34 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Chelmsford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:21
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:34
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    11:34
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:59
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:22
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:34
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:52
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:21
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:54
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:57
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:21
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:34
    Bolton
    Chelmsford
    Bolton to Chelmsford

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Bolton and Chelmsford

The travel time between Bolton and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 44 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Bolton 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 Bolton & Chelmsford. owever, there are 44 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Chelmsford.

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