This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Manchester Stations to Chelmsford (CHM)

Find the cheapest fares to Chelmsford by splitting your tickets

48

train journeys
per day

165

miles (266 kms)

3hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 01:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Chelmsford (CHM)

Buy tickets from Manchester Stations to Chelmsford. Explore the list of all train routes from Manchester Stations to Chelmsford and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Chelmsford is approximately 165 miles (266 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Chelmsford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:05
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:22
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chelmsford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 03:10 - 01:00
Tuesday 04:00 - 01:00
Wednesday 04:00 - 01:00
Thursday 04:00 - 01:00
Friday 03:40 - 01:00
Saturday 03:40 - 01:00
Sunday 03:40 - 01:00
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 Manchester Stations and Chelmsford

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

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

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Manchester Stations and Chelmsford. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Chelmsford, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Stations & Chelmsford. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Chelmsford.

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