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Outbound fromChelmsford to Alexandra Palace by train
It takes an average of 1h 18m to travel from Chelmsford to Alexandra Palace by train, over a distance of around 27 miles (43 km). There are normally 62 trains per day travelling from Chelmsford to Alexandra Palace and tickets for this journey start from £17.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:23 | |
| Departure station | Chelmsford | |
| Arrival station | Alexandra Palace | |
| Journey time | From 1h 5m | |
| Distance | 27 miles (43 km) | |
| Frequency | 62 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £17.40 | |
| Train operators | London Overground, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Chelmsford to Alexandra Palace in 1 hour 5 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Chelmsford to Alexandra Palace? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 18 minutes to travel the 27 miles (43 km) from Chelmsford to Alexandra Palace by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 62 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or London Overground to Alexandra Palace. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Chelmsford to Alexandra Palace in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £17.40. 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 Alexandra Palace by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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