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Trains from Reading West to Chelmsford (CHM)

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48

train journeys
per day

65

miles (105 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West 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 Reading West to Chelmsford is approximately 65 miles (105 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 3 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    08:01
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:34
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    08:53
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:01
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    09:01
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    1 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    09:22
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    09:52
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    2 hrs 3 changes
    10:02
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    1 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    1 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    10:34
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:52
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:59
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    2 hrs 3 changes
    12:52
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    2 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    13:34
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    13:52
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:14
    1 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    14:10
    Reading West
    Chelmsford
    Reading West to Chelmsford

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Reading West and Chelmsford

The travel time between Reading West and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West 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 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 Reading West & Chelmsford. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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