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Chelmsford to Princes Risborough Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Chelmsford to Princes Risborough? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as OMR 24.630, with average prices for this route around OMR 24.630. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
06:39 2h 17m, Changes required Chelmsford	08:56 Princes Risborough		Find Tickets
07:05 2h 14m, Changes required Chelmsford	09:19 Princes Risborough		Find Tickets
07:13 2h 6m, Changes required Chelmsford	09:19 Princes Risborough	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:33 2h 18m, Changes required Chelmsford	09:51 Princes Risborough		Find Tickets
07:39 2h 12m, Changes required Chelmsford	09:51 Princes Risborough	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
08:07 2h 14m, Changes required Chelmsford	10:21 Paris		Find Tickets

Chelmsford to Princes Risborough Train Route Details

First train

05:11

Last train

23:23

Departure station

Chelmsford

Arrival station

Princes Risborough

Journey time

2h 1m

Distance

91 km

Price

OMR 24.630*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Chelmsford to Princes Risborough

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Chelmsford to Princes Risborough. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Princes Risborough 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 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 Chelmsford to Princes Risborough, 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%

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 Princes Risborough more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Chelmsford to Princes Risborough 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:

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Trains from Chelmsford to Princes Risborough from OMR 24.630

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Chelmsford to Princes Risborough Train prices and times

Chelmsford to Princes Risborough Train Route Details