Bristol to Chelmsford train

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Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Chelmsford

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Cheapest

$54

Average

$90

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

03:53AM2h58

Bristol

06:51AMChelmsford

$541One-way

0 transfers

10:30AM2h51

Bristol

01:21PMChelmsford

$641One-way

0 transfers

08:00AM2h59

Bristol

10:59AMChelmsford

$801One-way

0 transfers

07:30AM2h52

Bristol

10:22AMChelmsford

$1611One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Bristol to Chelmsford

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 12

Great Western Railway

08:00AM2h59

Bristol

10:59AMChelmsford

0 transfers

Great Western Railway

07:30AM2h52

Bristol

10:22AMChelmsford

0 transfers

Great Western Railway

03:53AM2h58

Bristol

06:51AMChelmsford

0 transfers

Great Western Railway

10:30AM2h51

Bristol

01:21PMChelmsford

0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol to Chelmsford?

The best time to book your train from Bristol to Chelmsford is 14 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol to Chelmsford route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol to Chelmsford per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol to Chelmsford.

Trains

from $51

Fastest train times from Bristol to Chelmsford

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Fastest Journey

2 h 51 m

Average

2 h 55 m

Trains per day

Distance

214 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Chelmsford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

10:30AM2h51

Bristol

01:21PMChelmsford

$641One-way

0 transfers

07:30AM2h52

Bristol

10:22AMChelmsford

$1611One-way

0 transfers

03:53AM2h58

Bristol

06:51AMChelmsford

$541One-way

0 transfers

08:00AM2h59

Bristol

10:59AMChelmsford

$801One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Bristol to Chelmsford

Distance	133 miles (214 km)
Average train duration	2 h 43 min
Average train ticket price	$85 (€73)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	No
Train providers	Great Western Rail or first_great_western

Trains from Bristol to Chelmsford cover the 133 miles (214 km) long journey taking on average 2 h 43 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $85 (€73), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $17 (€15).

Train providers: Great Western Rail and CrossCountry from Bristol to Chelmsford trains

Buy your official Great Western Rail and CrossCountry train tickets from Bristol to Chelmsford from $32 (€27) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Chelmsford from Bristol you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Bristol to Chelmsford train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 5 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: $502
CrossCountry frequency: 1 a day

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Bristol to Chelmsford train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 47 min
Cheapest Price: $32

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Chelmsford

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Chelmsford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Chelmsford.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Chelmsford can start from as little as $17 (€15) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Chelmsford is $85 (€73); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Bristol to Chelmsford train time is 2 h 43 min covering the 133 mile (214 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bristol to Chelmsford leaves at 5: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bristol to Chelmsford leaves at 4: 38 PM.

There are 25 trains a day from Bristol to Chelmsford which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Bristol to Chelmsford, you can count on Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Chelmsford. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Chelmsford from Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Chelmsford from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bristol to Chelmsford is May.

Yes, you can take a train from Bristol to Chelmsford.