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East Midlands Railway

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Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway by train

First train

06:18

Last train

23:23

Departure station

Chelmsford

Arrival station

East Midlands Parkway

Journey time

From 2h 37m

Distance

107 miles (172 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Travelling from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway by train

Looking to travel from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 53 minutes to travel from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 37 minutes though. You'll usually find 4 trains per day running along the 107 miles (172 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to East Midlands Parkway, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to East Midlands Parkway. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway

Want to know more about your journey from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to East Midlands Parkway from Chelmsford?

To travel to East Midlands Parkway from Chelmsford, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 53 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 37 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway?

Trains from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway take an average of 3 hours and 53 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 37 minutes. You'll usually find 4 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Chelmsford and East Midlands Parkway by train?

The quickest journey time between Chelmsford and East Midlands Parkway by train is 2 hours and 37 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway?

No, there are no direct trains running from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Chelmsford to East Midlands Parkway is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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