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Outbound fromChelmsford to Esher by train
It takes an average of 1h 54m to travel from Chelmsford to Esher by train, over a distance of around 43 miles (69 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Chelmsford to Esher and tickets for this journey start from £33.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 22:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:55 | |
| Departure station | Chelmsford | |
| Arrival station | Esher | |
| Journey time | From 1h 53m | |
| Distance | 43 miles (69 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £33.10 | |
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Taking the train from Chelmsford to Esher in 1 hour 53 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Chelmsford to Esher? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 54 minutes to travel the 43 miles (69 km) from Chelmsford to Esher by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, South Western Railway or Thameslink to Esher. 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 Esher in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £33.10. 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 Esher by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Chelmsford to Esher
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Consider a Season Ticket
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