4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Chelmsford
- Cheapest price on Nov 15
- €81
- Average ticket price on Nov 15
- €90
- Fastest journey on Nov 15
- 3 h 46 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 15
- 4 h 27 m
- Trains on Nov 15
- 4
- Distance
- 267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Chelmsford will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 4 trains from Manchester to Chelmsford, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:55 AM 3h46 Manchester 2:41 PM Chelmsford €81 1 One-way 0 transfers5:35 PM 4h38 Manchester 10:13 PM Chelmsford €83 1 One-way 0 transfers9:10 AM 5h00 Manchester 2:10 PM Chelmsford €89 1 One-way 0 transfers10:45 AM 4h25 Manchester 3:10 PM Chelmsford €109 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:55 AM 3h46 Manchester 2:41 PM Chelmsford €81 1 One-way 0 transfers10:45 AM 4h25 Manchester 3:10 PM Chelmsford €109 1 One-way 0 transfers5:35 PM 4h38 Manchester 10:13 PM Chelmsford €83 1 One-way 0 transfers9:10 AM 5h00 Manchester 2:10 PM Chelmsford €89 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Chelmsford
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Trains from Manchester to Chelmsford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 10:11 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Manchester to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Chelmsford trains for today, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33592+ Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street+ P67005 | On time 5:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h37 | 8:51 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33722+Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street+P66046 | On time 5:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 9:08 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33638+Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street+P67009 | On time 5:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 9:52 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33569+Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street+P01124 | On time 6:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h55 | 10:09 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33678+Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street+P67267 | On time 6:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h53 | 10:27 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33458+Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street+P01330 | On time 6:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h05 | 10:59 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, November 15 | |||||
| 9:10 AM Manchester | 5h00 | 2:10 PM Chelmsford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:45 AM Manchester | 4h25 | 3:10 PM Chelmsford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:55 AM Manchester | 3h46 | 2:41 PM Chelmsford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Chelmsford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Chelmsford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chelmsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Chelmsford
Most Manchester to Chelmsford trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Chelmsford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Chelmsford leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Chelmsford station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Chelmsford from Chelmsford city centre
Chelmsford train station facilities and services
Chelmsford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chelmsford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chelmsford. ATMs are available at Chelmsford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chelmsford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chelmsford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chelmsford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chelmsford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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