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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Birmingham New Street

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50

train journeys
per day

112

miles (181 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

00:11 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Birmingham New Street

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 50 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street is approximately 112 miles (181 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 22 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:11
    7 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    07:44
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:26
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    09:48
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:27
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:51
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:17
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:56
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:43
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:56
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    14:38
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:56
    Chelmsford
    Birmingham New Street
    Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street

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 Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street

The travel time between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

First class tickets on trains between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street 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 & Birmingham New Street. owever, there are 50 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street.

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