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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Plymouth (PLY)

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21

train journeys
per day

221

miles (356 kms)

4hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

00:11 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Plymouth is approximately 221 miles (356 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 35 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Plymouth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:11
    9 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:51
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:39
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:40
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:19
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:40
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:21
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:43
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:40
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:40
    5 hrs 2 changes
    00:40
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:25
    7 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:25
    10 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford to Plymouth

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 Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Chelmsford and Plymouth

The travel time between Chelmsford and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Plymouth 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 & Plymouth. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Plymouth.

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