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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Durham (DHM)

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33

train journeys
per day

226

miles (365 kms)

4hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Durham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Durham is approximately 226 miles (365 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 52 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Durham.

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

Journeys from Chelmsford to Durham Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    09:54
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:54
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:39
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:54
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:39
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    12:54
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:57
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    14:54
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:09
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:54
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:09
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:39
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:09
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:15
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:09
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    18:16
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:40
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:09
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Chelmsford
    Durham
    Chelmsford to Durham

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

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Durham

The travel time between Chelmsford and Durham 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 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Durham can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chelmsford & Durham. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Durham.

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