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Trains from Retford to Chelmsford (CHM)

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23

train journeys
per day

124

miles (200 kms)

2hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Retford to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Chelmsford is approximately 124 miles (200 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Chelmsford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:52
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:22
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:41
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:40
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:43
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:31
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:45
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:19
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:41
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:59
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:41
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:30
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:18
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    23:12
    Retford
    Chelmsford
    Retford to Chelmsford

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 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 Retford and Chelmsford

The travel time between Retford and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Retford 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 Retford & Chelmsford. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Chelmsford.

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