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Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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32

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

3hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cathays and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cathays to Chelmsford is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 16 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Chelmsford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cathays to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Cathays to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:38
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:30
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:31
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:16
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:31
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:31
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:31
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:59
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:31
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    16:59
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    17:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:31
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:34
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:31
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Cathays
    Chelmsford
    Cathays to Chelmsford

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
Address Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Cathays and Chelmsford

The travel time between Cathays and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cathays and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cathays 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 Cathays & Chelmsford. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Chelmsford.

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