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Colchester Town to Chelmsford Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Colchester Town to Chelmsford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 5.670, with average prices for this route around KWD 5.900. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
06:35 Colchester Town	07:10 Chelmsford	35m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:44 Colchester Town	07:40 Chelmsford	56m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:07 Colchester Town	07:54 Chelmsford	47m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:00 Colchester Town	08:40 Chelmsford	40m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:07 Colchester Town	08:54 Chelmsford	47m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:35 Colchester Town	09:10 Paris	35m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Colchester Town to Chelmsford Train Route Details

First train

06:35

Last train

23:00

Departure station

Colchester Town

Arrival station

Chelmsford

Journey time

35m

Distance

22 miles

Price

KWD 5.670*

Train operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester Town to Chelmsford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Colchester Town to Chelmsford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Colchester Town to Chelmsford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Colchester Town to Chelmsford Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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