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Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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79

train journeys
per day

34

miles (54 kms)

1hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

03:55 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 79 scheduled rail journeys between St Albans City and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 79 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Albans City to Chelmsford is approximately 34 miles (54 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 26 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between St Albans City and Chelmsford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Albans City to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from St Albans City to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:55
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    05:59
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:35
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    06:28
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:53
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    06:34
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    06:50
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    1 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    07:07
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:19
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:01
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:12
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:33
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:11
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:41
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    St Albans City
    Chelmsford
    St Albans City to Chelmsford

About St Albans City Station

Station name St Albans City (SAC)
Address St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:45 - 21:15
Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 St Albans City and Chelmsford

The travel time between St Albans City and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Albans City and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 79 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

First class tickets on trains between St Albans City and Chelmsford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between St Albans City 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 St Albans City & Chelmsford. owever, there are 79 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between St Albans City and Chelmsford.

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