The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Chelmsford will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 3 trains that leave Barking for Chelmsford on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.






Live departures
Barking to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Barking to Chelmsford trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:54 AM Barking | 1h25 | 6:19 AM Chelmsford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 AM Barking | 0h52 | 6:02 AM Chelmsford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:17 AM Barking | 0h52 | 8:09 AM Chelmsford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barking to Chelmsford
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 23:23 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Barking to Chelmsford start from as low as $18 (€15) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $29 (€23) depending on the train type and class.
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FAQs: Trains from Barking to Chelmsford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking 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 Barking to Chelmsford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 23:00 Saturday 05:15 - 23:00 Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Jewellers, Florist and Dry Cleaners.
- Car Park: Vicarage Field Shopping Centre
- Taxi: Outside entrance on Station Parade
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Footbridge. The National key toilets are located on the Station Footbridge; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: On station footbridge. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside main entrance on Station Parade
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: London Overground Rail Replacement buses: Eastbound towards Barking (terminating) at bus stop H in Station Parade. Westbound towards Walthamstow Central use bus stop K in Station Parade. c2c Rail Replacement buses outside the front of the station near KFC.
- Metro: District Line - Platforms 2 & 6 Hammersmith & City Line - Platforms 3/6 London Overground - Platforms 1/7 & 8 Please check departure screens prior to making your way to the platform
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on each platform. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the Ground Floor, near the lifts.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is a dedicated Cycle Point, with free cycle parking, plus secure cycle parking and premium cycle parking. This is in Park Road, opposite the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
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