The average train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Chelmsford takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chelmsford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester Airport (MAN) is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 12:09 PM. All services require a transfer at Wilmslow and take an average of 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chelmsford? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport (MAN) station and arriving at Chelmsford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chelmsford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wilmslow station.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chelmsford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chelmsford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Chelmsford is 259.3 km. The road distance is 342 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Airport to Chelmsford via Wilmslow, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 47m.