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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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50

train journeys
per day

161

miles (259 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

00:38 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 50 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Chelmsford is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 26 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Chelmsford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:38
    8 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    08:41
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:07
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    09:01
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:51
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    09:34
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:03
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:34
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:25
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:34
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:04
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:59
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:25
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:50
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:25
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:34
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:52
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:25
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:25
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Manchester Airport
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Airport to Chelmsford

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Chelmsford

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Airport and Chelmsford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport and Chelmsford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Airport & Chelmsford. owever, there are 50 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Chelmsford.

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