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Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street, starting from PKR 12,321.63 and averaging PKR 12,321.63. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 37m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
14:34 Chelmsford | 19:38 Birmingham New Street |   | Find Tickets |
14:48 Chelmsford | 17:27 Birmingham New Street |  | Find Tickets |
14:55 Chelmsford | 17:48 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
14:55 Chelmsford | 18:48 Birmingham New Street |  | Find Tickets |
15:11 Chelmsford | 17:56 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
15:11 Chelmsford | 18:51 Paris | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details
First train
05:11
Last train
23:23
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
182 km
Price
PKR 12,321.63*
How to book cheap train tickets from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling 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 traveling from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street 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
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.