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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Northampton

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41

train journeys
per day

68

miles (109 kms)

2hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

00:11 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Northampton

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Northampton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Northampton is approximately 68 miles (109 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 50 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Northampton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Northampton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Northampton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:11
    6 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    06:55
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:11
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    07:54
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    08:55
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:39
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:57
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:56
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:25
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:40
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:55
    Chelmsford
    Northampton
    Chelmsford to Northampton

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 Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Northampton

The travel time between Chelmsford and Northampton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Northampton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 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 Northampton 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 & Northampton. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Northampton.

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