The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Paris
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Paris will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chelmsford for Paris on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 347 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Chelmsford to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 215 miles (347 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€174 Average price | €84 Average price Cheapest |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chelmsford to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Paris trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:01 PM Chelmsford | 2h22 | 8:23 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 PM Chelmsford | 2h25 | 9:26 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 3:31 PM Chelmsford | 2h18 | 5:49 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Paris
Trains from Chelmsford to Paris run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by flight.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 215 miles (347 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 21:12 |
Train companies: Eurostar, Abellio Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Paris trainsEurostar, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Paris from $44 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chelmsford to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chelmsford to Paris
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
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