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Explore cheap prices from Chelmsford to Shenfield

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Chelmsford to Shenfield, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Sun1Jun

£8.20

Mon2Jun

£8.20

Tue3Jun

£8.20

Wed4Jun

£8.20

Thu5Jun

£8.20

Fri6Jun

£8.20

Sat7Jun

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Chelmsford to Shenfield train prices and times

Planning a journey from Chelmsford to Shenfield? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.20, with average prices for this route around £8.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:55 Chelmsford	07:08 Shenfield	13m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:25 Chelmsford	07:37 Shenfield	12m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:55 Chelmsford	08:07 Shenfield	12m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:28 Chelmsford	08:37 Shenfield	9m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:59 Chelmsford	09:11 Shenfield	12m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:31 Chelmsford	09:41 Paris	10m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Chelmsford to Shenfield train route details

First train

06:55

Last train

23:24

Departure station

Chelmsford

Arrival station

Shenfield

Journey time

Distance

10 miles

Price

£8.20*

Train Operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Chelmsford to Shenfield

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 Shenfield. 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Shenfield, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Chelmsford to Shenfield ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Chelmsford to Shenfield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Chelmsford to Shenfield 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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