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Southend to Chelmsford train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southend to Chelmsford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 39.16, with average prices for this route around NZD 39.16. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
08:50 1h 1m, No direct Southend Victoria	09:51 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
09:10 58m, No direct Southend Victoria	10:08 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
09:30 51m, No direct Southend Victoria	10:21 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
09:51 1h, No direct Southend Victoria	10:51 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
10:11 57m, No direct Southend Victoria	11:08 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
10:31 50m, No direct Southend Victoria	11:21 Paris	Find Tickets

Southend to Chelmsford train route details

First train

05:05

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Southend

Arrival station

Chelmsford

Journey time

46m

Distance

28 km

Price

NZD 39.16*

Train Operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend to Chelmsford

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southend to Chelmsford during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southend to Chelmsford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southend to Chelmsford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Southend to Chelmsford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend to Chelmsford train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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