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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Chester (CTR)

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34

train journeys
per day

173

miles (279 kms)

3hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

00:11 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Chester is approximately 173 miles (279 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Chester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Chester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:11
    8 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    09:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:06
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    12:06
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:33
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:33
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:19
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:31
    Chelmsford
    Chester
    Chelmsford to Chester

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 Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Chester

The travel time between Chelmsford and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 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 Chester 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 & Chester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Chester.

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