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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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59

train journeys
per day

91

miles (147 kms)

3hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 59 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 59 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Chelmsford is approximately 91 miles (147 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 19 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Chelmsford.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:12
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    08:35
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    09:05
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    09:35
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:43
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:05
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    10:35
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:50
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:01
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    11:20
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:14
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    11:50
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:42
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:05
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:04
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:12
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:35
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:04
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:20
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    14:05
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:04
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:20
    Leicester
    Chelmsford
    Leicester to Chelmsford

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Leicester and Chelmsford

The travel time between Leicester and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 59 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Chelmsford. owever, there are 59 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Chelmsford.

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