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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Peterborough (PBO)

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62

train journeys
per day

65

miles (105 kms)

2hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

00:45 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Peterborough (PBO)

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On a typical weekday there are 62 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Peterborough , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 62 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Peterborough is approximately 65 miles (105 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 24 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Peterborough.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Peterborough. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Peterborough Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:45
    6 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    07:38
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    07:57
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:34
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:13
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:35
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:50
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:51
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:17
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:26
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford to Peterborough

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 Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Peterborough

The travel time between Chelmsford and Peterborough by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Peterborough vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 62 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Peterborough 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 & Peterborough. owever, there are 62 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Peterborough.

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