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Chelmsford to Cambridge train prices and times

Looking to travel from Chelmsford to Cambridge? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £11.00, with average prices for this route around £11.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
01:26 Chelmsford	07:37 Cambridge	6h 11m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:12 Chelmsford	07:24 Cambridge	2h 12m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:12 Chelmsford	08:08 Cambridge	2h 56m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:41 Chelmsford	08:03 Cambridge	2h 22m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:56 Chelmsford	08:08 Cambridge	2h 12m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:56 Chelmsford	08:11 Paris	2h 15m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Chelmsford to Cambridge train route details

First train

01:26

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Chelmsford

Arrival station

Cambridge

Journey time

1h 49m

Distance

35 miles

Price

£11.00*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Chelmsford to Cambridge

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Chelmsford to Cambridge. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Chelmsford to Cambridge 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 Chelmsford to Cambridge, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Chelmsford to Cambridge ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Chelmsford to Cambridge more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Chelmsford to Cambridge train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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Chelmsford to Cambridge train prices and times

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