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Outbound fromChelmsford to Newquay by train
It takes an average of 9h 16m to travel from Chelmsford to Newquay by train, over a distance of around 257 miles (414 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Chelmsford to Newquay and tickets for this journey start from £55 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:21 | |
| Departure station | Chelmsford | |
| Arrival station | Newquay | |
| Journey time | From 6h 14m | |
| Distance | 257 miles (414 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £55 | |
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Travelling from Chelmsford to Newquay by train
Looking to travel from Chelmsford to Newquay by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 9 hours 16 minutes to travel from Chelmsford to Newquay by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 14 minutes though. You'll usually find 17 trains per day running along the 257 miles (414 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Newquay, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia to get to Newquay – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Chelmsford to Newquay in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £55.00.
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Cheap train tickets from Chelmsford to Newquay
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Chelmsford to Newquay is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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