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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
CHF78
Average ticket price on Sep 20
CHF78
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Birmingham will cost around CHF78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF78.
It's difficult to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham without transferring at least 3 times.
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C33026Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF65 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF65, while a train costs an average of CHF65.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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CHF65 Average price Cheapest | CHF50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (2h 20m by train vs 2h 39m by car). Tickets start at around CHF65 compared to roughly CHF50 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C04020+ C01371+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 8:11 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2h47 | 10:58 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P66534+ C29727+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Marylebone | On time 8:25 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 3h40 | 12:05 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
P67195+ W33449+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 8:41 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2h46 | 11:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P66967+ W33725+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 8:55 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2h53 | 11:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
F21173+ L38164+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Marylebone | On time 9:11 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 3h55 | 1:06 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
F21173+ W33799+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 9:11 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2h46 | 11:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P67246+ W33746+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 9:41 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2h46 | 12:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C04040+ C01373+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 10:21 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 2h35 | 12:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Chelmsford to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF41 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF41 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
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Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
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Restored canal-side quarter with waterside walks, bars, heritage buildings and easy access to major venues.
Lively canal junction area with historic warehouses, footbridges and one of Birmingham's best urban walks.
Creative district known for street art, independent culture, music heritage and alternative city energy.
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Michelin-starred fine dining by Aktar Islam, known for modern Indian tasting menus in an elegant canal-side setting.
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Celebrated Indian vegetarian restaurant in Sparkbrook, loved for dosas, chaats and sweets in a busy casual setting.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chelmsford to Birmingham trains use the Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Chelmsford and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chelmsford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Chelmsford.
Wi-Fi is available at Chelmsford. ATMs are available at Chelmsford.
Ticket office support is available at Chelmsford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chelmsford: Parking, WC.
Available at Chelmsford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chelmsford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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