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Leicester to Chelmsford train prices and times

Planning a journey from Leicester to Chelmsford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £18.70, with average prices for this route around £19.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
04:41 Leicester	08:10 Chelmsford	3h 29m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:47 Leicester	08:10 Chelmsford	2h 23m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:47 Leicester	08:21 Chelmsford	2h 34m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:02 Leicester	08:21 Chelmsford	2h 19m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:02 Leicester	08:29 Chelmsford	2h 27m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:10 Leicester	08:51 Paris	2h 41m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Leicester to Chelmsford train route details

First train

04:41

Last train

22:52

Departure station

Leicester

Arrival station

Chelmsford

Journey time

2h 16m

Distance

92 miles

Price

£18.70*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Chelmsford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Leicester to Chelmsford. 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 Leicester 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%

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

Leicester to Chelmsford 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 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%.

Trains from Leicester to Chelmsford from £18.70*

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Leicester to Chelmsford train prices and times

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