How to Get Here

Chelmsford City Racecourse offers FREE car parking for all customers attending racedays and private events. The car park is located at the Main Entrance off the A131 bypass and can be accessed via the A131, A120, or M11. If using a satnav, enter the postcode CM3 1QP, or use What3Words: PUNTERS.AWARD.POPULAR for precise directions. Disabled parking is available for blue badge holders, with 30 dedicated bays adjacent to the ticket office for easier access. Parking is subject to capacity and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

To ensure a smooth journey, we recommend pre-booking taxis to and from the racecourse, especially on racedays when demand is high. The racecourse is about a 20-minute taxi ride from Chelmsford railway station and just 10 minutes from Braintree railway station. For air travelers, Stansted Airport is the closest connection, approximately 20 minutes away by taxi.

Chelmsford City Racecourse operates a return bus service from Chelmsford for a select number of feature days during the summer. Details can be found here.There are two public buses from Chelmsford Bus Station, the No. 70 and No. 352 which run through Great Leighs and on to Braintree. The bus station is a short walk from Chelmsford Railway station. However, due to the nature of the busy A131 the racecourse does not recommend accessing the racecourse on foot from Great Leighs. The nearest train station is an 18 minute drive from the racecourse, please allow time for this.

If you are travelling from the Notley, Braintree or surrounding areas or from key onward journey connect points such as Broomfield or Braintree Hospital, Braintree Train Station, and Chelmer valley Park & Ride, consider using Digigo, a local shared public transport service with no fixed routes or timetables. The service can get you to the racecourse for just £3 by on-demand or booking up to 7 days in advance. To book with Digigo, click the link below and download the TravelEssex app.