The average train between Chelmsford and Bures takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford to Bures. 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 Chelmsford and Bures. The earliest departure is at 12:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 10:34 PM which arrives into Bures at 11:13 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Bures. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Bures station via Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.
Chelmsford to Bures train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Bures train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Bures station.
Book your Chelmsford to Bures train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chelmsford and Bures is 33.6 km. The road distance is 38 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Bures via Marks Tey in around 1h 14m.