Chelmsford to Chester by train
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Overview: trains from Chelmsford to Chester
Find the key information for travelling by train from Chelmsford to Chester, 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 Chester by train
Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Chelmsford to Chester by train. With 16 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 Chester
Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Chelmsford to Chester:
Cheapest ticket: £94.11
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.
Chelmsford to Chester departure timetable
On this route, 16 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Chelmsford at 05:40 and the last leaving at 23:25 during the week.
For weekend travel to Chester, the earliest departure is at 05:40 and the last one is at 19:31. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 45 minutes.
Average train travel time from Chelmsford to Chester
The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 23 minutes, travelling a total distance of 279 kilometres.
How early can you book train tickets between Chelmsford and Chester?
Tickets along this route go on sale 3 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.
Learn more about train travel from Chelmsford to Chester
Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Chester city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.
FAQs about the train journey from Chelmsford to Chester
Want to know more about your journey from Chelmsford to Chester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance from Chelmsford to Chester is 279 kilometres.
The lowest price on this route is £94.11. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .
You can book your tickets 3 months in advance for this route.
The fastest travel time is 3 hours and 23 minutes.
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