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Trains from Balham (BAL) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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93

train journeys
per day

33

miles (53 kms)

1hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

00:12 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Balham (BAL) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 93 scheduled rail journeys between Balham and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 93 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Balham to Chelmsford is approximately 33 miles (53 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 46 mins.

London Overground, Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Chelmsford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Balham to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Balham to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:12
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    06:11
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    00:27
    6 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    06:52
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:33
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    07:34
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:10
    1 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    07:52
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:25
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    08:01
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    1 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    08:22
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    1 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    08:34
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    08:53
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    1 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    08:53
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:33
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    09:01
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:40
    1 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    09:10
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    1 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    09:34
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:52
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:10
    1 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:52
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:33
    1 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    1 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    1 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:34
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:52
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    1 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:33
    1 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Balham
    Chelmsford
    Balham to Chelmsford

About Balham Station

Station name Balham (BAL)
Address Balham station, Balham Station Road, Balham, London, SW12 9SG
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 21:30
Saturday 06:10 - 21:30
Sunday 07:10 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Balham and Chelmsford

The travel time between Balham and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Balham and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 93 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Balham 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 Balham & Chelmsford. owever, there are 93 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Chelmsford.

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