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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Banbury (BAN)

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63

train journeys
per day

79

miles (128 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

00:11 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Banbury (BAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 63 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Banbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 63 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Banbury is approximately 79 miles (128 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 58 mins.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Banbury.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Banbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Banbury Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:11
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    06:56
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:11
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    08:56
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    09:10
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    3 hrs 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:51
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    09:51
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:08
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:08
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:39
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    10:39
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:58
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:08
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:17
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:56
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:43
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:56
    Chelmsford
    Banbury
    Chelmsford to Banbury

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

About Banbury Station

Station name Banbury (BAN)
Address Banbury station, Station Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5AB
Managed by CH

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:35 - 19:15
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
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 Chelmsford and Banbury

The travel time between Chelmsford and Banbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Banbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 63 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chelmsford & Banbury. owever, there are 63 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Banbury.

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