Chelmsford to Bishops Stortford by train
| First train | 04:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:23 | |
| Departure station | Chelmsford | |
| Arrival station | Bishops Stortford | |
| Journey time | From 1h 19m | |
| Distance | 16 miles (25 km) | |
| Frequency | 88 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travel from Chelmsford to Bishops Stortford by train in 1 hour 19 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Chelmsford to Bishops Stortford by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Chelmsford to Bishops Stortford by train is 1 hour 48 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 19 minutes. You'll usually find 88 trains per day travelling the 16 miles (25 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Bishops Stortford. You'll probably be travelling with Greater Anglia to get to Bishops Stortford, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
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