Trains from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford from $23.26*

Arriving in Chelmsford

With a journey time as short as 1h 27m, you can reach Chelmsford from Clacton-on-Sea, with an average of 16 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.