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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Manchester Stations

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11

train journeys
per day

165

miles (266 kms)

6hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

01:03 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Manchester Stations is approximately 165 miles (266 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 48 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Manchester Stations .

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:03
    10 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    7 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:37
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:37
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:37
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:37
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:37
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:37
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    19:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:36
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:37
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:22
    11 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:35
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford to Manchester Piccadilly

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 Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Chelmsford and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Manchester Stations 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 & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Manchester Stations .

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