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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Kettering (KET)

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65

train journeys
per day

68

miles (109 kms)

1hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Kettering (KET)

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On a typical weekday there are 65 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Kettering , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 65 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Kettering is approximately 68 miles (109 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 17 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Kettering.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Kettering. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Kettering Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    07:47
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    07:57
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    08:48
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    08:54
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    08:54
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:20
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    2 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:20
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:25
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:25
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:27
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:50
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    09:50
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:55
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:51
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    09:55
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:21
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:12
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:21
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:29
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:45
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:53
    Chelmsford
    Kettering
    Chelmsford to Kettering

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

About Kettering Station

Station name Kettering (KET)
Address Kettering station, Station Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7HJ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:30
Saturday 06:00 - 20:30
Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Kettering

The travel time between Chelmsford and Kettering by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Kettering vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 65 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Kettering can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chelmsford & Kettering. owever, there are 65 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Kettering.

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