London to Chelmsford train with Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Chelmsford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€17
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€24
Fastest journey on Nov 02
27 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
30 m
Trains on Nov 02
13
Distance
48 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Chelmsford will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 13 trains from London to Chelmsford, including 13 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Chelmsford

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Trains from London to Chelmsford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 27m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
48 km
Average train duration
32m
Cheapest ticket price
€16
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
27m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
3 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Live departures

London to Chelmsford train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Chelmsford trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Greater AngliaP013516:45 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h41
7:26 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP016458:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h42
8:42 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP669168:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h42
9:12 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP671949:08 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
9:41 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP669209:38 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
10:10 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP0133910:08 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
10:41 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6692410:38 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
11:10 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6720511:08 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
11:41 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6692611:38 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
12:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6720912:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
12:41 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6693112:38 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
1:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP672131:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
1:41 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP669341:38 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
2:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP672172:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
2:41 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP669402:38 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
3:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP672213:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
3:41 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP669443:38 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
4:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP672388:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
8:41 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP669668:38 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
9:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP672419:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
9:41 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP669709:38 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
10:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6724510:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
10:41 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6697310:38 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
11:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6724911:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h33
11:41 PM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6660811:34 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h32
12:06 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6661312:02 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h42
12:44 AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect

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Train companies: Greater Anglia from London to Chelmsford trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between London and Chelmsford from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Greater Anglia Duration
27m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
€16
Greater Anglia frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London and Chelmsford

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from London to Chelmsford, you can count on Greater Anglia for the best way to get you to Chelmsford. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Chelmsford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Trains from London to Chelmsford

Abellio Greater Anglia operates regular direct trains from London to Chelmsford. Trains on this route begin running just after 5:00 a.m. There are around six trains an hour in the morning and at least four an hour for most of the day, with a final departure from London after midnight. Journey times range from 30 to 40 minutes. Sunday schedules offer fewer departures and slightly longer journey times. Trains leave from London Liverpool Street Station, located on the east of the city centre, and arrive at the central Chelmsford Station.

FAQs: Trains from London to Chelmsford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Chelmsford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chelmsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Chelmsford can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Chelmsford is €21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Chelmsford is 27m to travel the 48 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Chelmsford leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Chelmsford leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from London to Chelmsford with Greater Anglia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
A day trip to Chelmsford from London is worth doing with a journey time of 27m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Chelmsford including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Chelmsford

Most London to Chelmsford trains use the London Liverpool Street to Chelmsford station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Chelmsford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Chelmsford

Which London station do trains to Chelmsford leave from?

Trains from London to Chelmsford leave from London Liverpool Street. The station is 3 km from London city centre at London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY.
London Liverpool StreetLondon Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre

London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth · 11m · €2 · every ~30 min
BusN26, N550, N551 · 22m · €4 · every ~8 min
A8 · 23m · €1 · every ~11 min
76 · 26m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayCentral · 8m · €3 · every ~94 min

London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services

London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · €35 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · €17 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · €2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · €21 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · €1 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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