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Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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65

train journeys
per day

65

miles (105 kms)

2hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

03:23 / 01:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 65 scheduled rail journeys between Peterborough and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 65 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Peterborough to Chelmsford is approximately 65 miles (105 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 19 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Peterborough and Chelmsford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Peterborough to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Peterborough to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:23
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    06:28
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:19
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    06:50
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    07:19
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:24
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    08:12
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:24
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:40
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:57
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:08
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:26
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:10
    Peterborough
    Chelmsford
    Peterborough to Chelmsford

About Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Available
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 Peterborough and Chelmsford

The travel time between Peterborough and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Peterborough and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 65 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

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Amenities on trains between Peterborough 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 Peterborough & Chelmsford. owever, there are 65 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Peterborough and Chelmsford.

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