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It takes an average of 4h 41m to travel from Telford Central to Chelmsford by train, over a distance of around 139 miles (224 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Telford Central to Chelmsford and tickets for this journey start from £37.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:02 | |
| Departure station | Telford Central | |
| Arrival station | Chelmsford | |
| Journey time | From 4h 27m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (224 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £37.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Telford Central to Chelmsford in 4 hours 27 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Telford Central to Chelmsford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 41 minutes to travel the 139 miles (224 km) from Telford Central to Chelmsford by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales to Chelmsford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Telford Central to Chelmsford in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £37.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Chelmsford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Telford Central to Chelmsford?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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