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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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77

train journeys
per day

21

miles (34 kms)

17 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:29

first / last train

76

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 77 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Chelmsford , with 76 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Chelmsford is approximately 21 miles (34 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 28 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Chelmsford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 17 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:43
    28 mins Direct
    05:11
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    28 mins Direct
    05:40
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    21 mins Direct
    05:54
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:47
    27 mins Direct
    06:14
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    26 mins Direct
    06:41
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:19
    32 mins Direct
    06:51
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    24 mins Direct
    06:59
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    24 mins Direct
    07:16
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    22 mins Direct
    07:30
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:13
    25 mins Direct
    07:38
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    26 mins Direct
    07:43
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    27 mins Direct
    08:02
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:40
    31 mins Direct
    08:11
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    21 mins Direct
    08:07
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:51
    25 mins Direct
    08:16
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    28 mins Direct
    08:43
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    21 mins Direct
    08:56
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    27 mins Direct
    09:16
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    17 mins Direct
    09:20
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    28 mins Direct
    09:42
    Colchester
    Chelmsford
    Colchester to Chelmsford

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Colchester and Chelmsford

The travel time between Colchester and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 77 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester and Chelmsford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 76 direct services per day from Colchester to Chelmsford

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Chelmsford.

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