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Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford by train

First train

19:14

Last train

19:14

Departure station

Whitchurch (Hampshire)

Arrival station

Chelmsford

Journey time

From 2h 56m

Distance

85 miles (137 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to travel from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Whitchurch (Hampshire) and Chelmsford, which usually take 2 hours 56 minutes to complete the 85 miles (137 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Chelmsford by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both Greater Anglia and South Western Railway trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Chelmsford? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Whitchurch (Hampshire) and Chelmsford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford is 2 hours and 56 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford?

No, there are no direct train services from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford. Travelling from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford leave?

The first train from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford leaves at 19:14. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford leave?

The last train from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford leaves at 19:14. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Whitchurch (Hampshire) and Chelmsford by train?

Trains travelling from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford cover a distance of around 85 miles (137 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Whitchurch (Hampshire) to Chelmsford

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Consider a Season Ticket

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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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