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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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54

train journeys
per day

17

miles (27 kms)

1hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:45 / 22:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 54 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Chelmsford is approximately 17 miles (27 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 13 mins.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Chelmsford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:45
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    06:11
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:15
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    06:34
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:45
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    06:52
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:55
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:15
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:55
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:15
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:10
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:22
    Southend Central
    Chelmsford
    Southend Central to Chelmsford

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 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 Southend Central and Chelmsford

The travel time between Southend Central and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend Central 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 Southend Central & Chelmsford. owever, there are 54 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Chelmsford.

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