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Trains from Southport (SOP) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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10

train journeys
per day

196

miles (316 kms)

8hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Southport (SOP) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Southport and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southport to Chelmsford is approximately 196 miles (316 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 23 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Southport and Chelmsford.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southport to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Southport to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:37
    8 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:42
    8 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    15:18
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:42
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:42
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    8 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    18:23
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    21:20
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    22:20
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    8 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    23:25
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:18
    16 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:19
    Southport
    Chelmsford
    Southport to Chelmsford

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
Address Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
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 Southport and Chelmsford

The travel time between Southport and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southport and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Southport 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 Southport & Chelmsford. owever, there are 10 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Southport and Chelmsford.

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