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Exeter St David's to Chelmsford by train

It takes an average of 4h 28m to travel from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford by train, over a distance of around 187 miles (301 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford and tickets for this journey start from £32.50 when you book in advance.

First train

05:39

Last train

01:34

Departure station

Exeter St David's

Arrival station

Chelmsford

Journey time

From 3h 18m

Distance

187 miles (301 km)

Frequency

51 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Price

From £32.50

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to travel from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford? Look no further.

You'll usually find 51 trains per day running between Exeter St David's and Chelmsford, which usually take 4 hours 28 minutes to complete the 187 miles (301 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Chelmsford by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford start from £32.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Chelmsford? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford

Want to know more about your journey from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford?

You can get from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford by train in 4 hours and 28 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 18 minutes. You can also take the bus from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford take?

The average journey time by train between Exeter St David's and Chelmsford is 4 hours and 28 minutes, with around 51 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

How much does the train from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford cost?

Train tickets from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford can start from as little as £32.50 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book.

What's the fastest journey time between Exeter St David's and Chelmsford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford is 3 hours and 18 minutes.

Cheap train tickets from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford

Train tickets from Exeter St David's to Chelmsford start at £32.50 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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