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Trains from Northampton to Chelmsford (CHM)

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41

train journeys
per day

68

miles (109 kms)

2hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

04:14 / 00:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Northampton to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Northampton and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Northampton to Chelmsford is approximately 68 miles (109 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 31 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Northampton and Chelmsford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Northampton to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Northampton to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:14
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:07
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:03
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:34
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:25
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:10
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:48
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:48
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:10
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Northampton
    Chelmsford
    Northampton to Chelmsford

About Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Northampton and Chelmsford

The travel time between Northampton and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Northampton and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:49.

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Amenities on trains between Northampton 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 Northampton & Chelmsford. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Northampton and Chelmsford.

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