Chelmsford to Exeter by train
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Overview: trains from Chelmsford to Exeter
Find the key information for travelling by train from Chelmsford to Exeter, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
From Chelmsford to Exeter by train
Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Chelmsford to Exeter by train. With 35 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.
Cost of train travel from Chelmsford to Exeter
Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Chelmsford to Exeter:
Cheapest ticket: AU$239.44
Pricing when booking a month in advance:
Pricing when booking a week in advance:
Comparing train prices with Rail Europe
Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.
Train timetable for travel between Chelmsford and Exeter
There are a number of different options for travellers going from Chelmsford to Exeter by train. Here is what to expect along this route:
First daily departure (weekday): 05:11
Last daily departure (weekday): 23:27
First daily departure (weekend): 00:15
Last daily departure (weekend): 23:59
Average number of daily trains: 35 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 29 minutes
Average train travel time from Chelmsford to Exeter
The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 20 minutes, travelling a total distance of 301 kilometres.
Booking horizon for travel between Chelmsford and Exeter
Tickets for travel between Chelmsford and Exeter can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.
Maximising your travels to Exeter
For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Exeter.
FAQs about the train journey from Chelmsford to Exeter
Want to know more about your journey from Chelmsford to Exeter? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Chelmsford and Exeter by train is 301 kilometres.
The minimum fare on this route is AU$239.44. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .
Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey on this route takes 3 hours and 20 minutes.
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