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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Portsmouth Harbour

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36

train journeys
per day

94

miles (151 kms)

2hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Portsmouth Harbour

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Portsmouth Harbour , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour is approximately 94 miles (151 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Portsmouth Harbour.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:36
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:29
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:57
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:02
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:26
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:39
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:48
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:56
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:02
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:25
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:18
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:55
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:40
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth Harbour

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 Portsmouth Harbour Station

Station name Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Address Portsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 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 Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Portsmouth Harbour

The travel time between Chelmsford and Portsmouth Harbour by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Portsmouth Harbour vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 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 Portsmouth Harbour 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 & Portsmouth Harbour. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Portsmouth Harbour.

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