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Chelmsford to Kirkby Stephen by train
| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 05:12 | |
| Departure station | Chelmsford | |
| Arrival station | Kirkby Stephen | |
| Journey time | From 5h 53m | |
| Distance | 222 miles (357 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 5 changes | |
| Train operators | London Overground, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Chelmsford to Kirkby Stephen in 5 hours 53 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Chelmsford to Kirkby Stephen? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 53 minutes to travel the 222 miles (357 km) from Chelmsford to Kirkby Stephen by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 5 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink to Kirkby Stephen. 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 Kirkby Stephen in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Kirkby Stephen by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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