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Colchester Town to Chelmsford Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Colchester Town to Chelmsford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as KWD 5.980, with average prices for this route around KWD 5.980.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:35
Colchester Town
07:10
Chelmsford
35m, DirectGreater Anglia
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06:44
Colchester Town
07:40
Chelmsford
56m, Changes requiredGreater Anglia
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07:07
Colchester Town
07:54
Chelmsford
47m, Changes requiredGreater Anglia
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08:00
Colchester Town
08:40
Chelmsford
40m, Changes requiredGreater Anglia
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08:07
Colchester Town
08:54
Chelmsford
47m, Changes requiredGreater Anglia
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08:35
Colchester Town
09:10
Paris
35m, DirectGreater Anglia
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Colchester Town to Chelmsford Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:35
Last train
Last train
23:00
Departure station
Departure station
Colchester Town
Arrival station
Arrival station
Chelmsford
Journey time
Journey time
35m
Distance
Distance
22 miles
Price
Price
KWD 5.980*
Train operators
Train operators
Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester Town to Chelmsford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Colchester Town to Chelmsford during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Colchester Town to Chelmsford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Colchester Town to Chelmsford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Colchester Town to Chelmsford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Colchester Town to Chelmsford Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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