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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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28

train journeys
per day

221

miles (356 kms)

4hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 05:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Chelmsford is approximately 221 miles (356 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 52 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Chelmsford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:54
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:27
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:22
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:27
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:34
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:15
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:45
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    5 hrs 3 changes
    18:27
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    18:45
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    19:13
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Plymouth
    Chelmsford
    Plymouth to Chelmsford

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Plymouth and Chelmsford

The travel time between Plymouth and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:04.

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Amenities on trains between Plymouth 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 Plymouth & Chelmsford. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Chelmsford.

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