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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Darlington (DAR)

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30

train journeys
per day

209

miles (337 kms)

4hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

01:03 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Darlington is approximately 209 miles (337 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 58 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Darlington.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Darlington Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:03
    8 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:55
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:22
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    11:06
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:23
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:12
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:40
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    13:23
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:12
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    14:07
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:25
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    15:07
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:25
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    16:06
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:55
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:21
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:25
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    17:06
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:55
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    17:24
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:25
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    18:08
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:55
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:25
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    19:09
    Chelmsford
    Darlington
    Chelmsford to Darlington

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 Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Darlington

The travel time between Chelmsford and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Darlington 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 & Darlington. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Darlington.

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