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Penarth to Chelmsford by train
| First train | 12:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:50 | |
| Departure station | Penarth | |
| Arrival station | Chelmsford | |
| Journey time | From 3h 14m | |
| Distance | 158 miles (254 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators |
Taking the train from Penarth to Chelmsford in 3 hours 14 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Penarth to Chelmsford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 30 minutes to travel the 158 miles (254 km) from Penarth to Chelmsford by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 14 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains 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 Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales to Chelmsford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Penarth to Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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