4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Chelmsford
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€18
Fastest journey on Sep 17
27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
27 m
Trains on Sep 17
44
Distance
48 km
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 €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 44 trains from London to Chelmsford, including 44 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 27 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.
P6664812:46 AM0h40London Liverpool Street (LST)1:26 AMChelmsford station (CHM)€111One-way0 transfers- P6664012:18 AM0h41London Liverpool Street (LST)12:59 AMChelmsford station (CHM)€111One-way0 transfers
- P012086:25 AM0h30London Liverpool Street (LST)6:55 AMChelmsford station (CHM)€161One-way0 transfers
- P760486:44 AM0h35London Liverpool Street (LST)7:19 AMChelmsford station (CHM)€161One-way0 transfers
- P012026:00 AM0h27London Liverpool Street (LST)6:27 AMChelmsford station (CHM)€161One-way0 transfers
- P012591:00 PM0h27London Liverpool Street (LST)1:27 PMChelmsford station (CHM)€161One-way0 transfers
- P0125012:00 PM0h27London Liverpool Street (LST)12:27 PMChelmsford station (CHM)€161One-way0 transfers
- P012026:00 AM0h27London Liverpool Street (LST)6:27 AMChelmsford station (CHM)€161One-way0 transfers
- P012269:00 AM0h27London Liverpool Street (LST)9:27 AMChelmsford station (CHM)€241One-way0 transfers
- P012117:00 AM0h27London Liverpool Street (LST)7:27 AMChelmsford station (CHM)€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Chelmsford:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Chelmsford costing on average €21.
Other travel options to Chelmsford take longer:
Bus takes on average 59m.
Live departures
London to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Chelmsford trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P66640 | On time 12:18 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h41 | 12:59 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66648 | On time 12:46 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h40 | 1:26 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P02948 | 5:23 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h35 | 5:58 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01202 | 6:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h27 | 6:27 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66912 | 6:02 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h32 | 6:34 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66502 | 6:17 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h34 | 6:51 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01208 | 6:25 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h30 | 6:55 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66033 | 6:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h32 | 7:02 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P76048 | 6:44 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h35 | 7:19 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01211 | 7:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h27 | 7:27 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P67192 | 7:04 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h32 | 7:36 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66918 | 7:16 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h35 | 7:51 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01071 | 7:36 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h34 | 8:10 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66509 | 7:46 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h35 | 8:21 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01218 | 8:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h29 | 8:29 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P67198 | 8:02 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h34 | 8:36 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66929 | 8:16 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h35 | 8:51 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01075 | 8:36 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h33 | 9:09 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66516 | 8:46 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h35 | 9:21 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01226 | 9:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h27 | 9:27 AM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01250 | 12:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h27 | 12:27 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01341 | 12:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h32 | 12:34 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66950 | 12:18 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h33 | 12:51 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01087 | 12:36 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h32 | 1:08 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66542 | 12:48 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h33 | 1:21 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01259 | 1:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h27 | 1:27 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01268 | 2:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h27 | 2:27 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04682 | 2:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h32 | 2:34 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04658 | 2:18 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h33 | 2:51 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01093 | 2:36 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h32 | 3:08 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66556 | 2:48 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h33 | 3:21 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01277 | 3:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h27 | 3:27 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P67275 | 5:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h30 | 5:32 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66580 | 5:06 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h34 | 5:40 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66988 | 5:17 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h32 | 5:49 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66583 | 5:20 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h35 | 5:55 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01110 | 5:32 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h34 | 6:06 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66990 | 5:40 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h30 | 6:10 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P67244 | 6:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h34 | 6:36 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66594 | 6:10 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h30 | 6:40 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66993 | 6:16 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h33 | 6:49 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66597 | 6:20 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h35 | 6:55 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01116 | 6:32 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h34 | 7:06 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66997 | 6:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h30 | 7:12 PM Chelmsford station (CHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Chelmsford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Chelmsford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 9 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.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
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 |
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
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.
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.
Which London station do trains to Chelmsford leave from?
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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:
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.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Chelmsford station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Chelmsford from Chelmsford city centre
Chelmsford train station facilities and services
Chelmsford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chelmsford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chelmsford. ATMs are available at Chelmsford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chelmsford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chelmsford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chelmsford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chelmsford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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