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Trip Overview

The average train between Chelmsford and Bristol takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is an hourly train service from Chelmsford to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 47m
Duration
152 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chelmsford to Bristol train times

Trains run hourly between Chelmsford and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Bristol at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 30m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Bristol? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Bristol.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 151.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Bristol Temple Meads via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h 51m.

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