London to Chelmsford train with Abellio Greater Anglia

Thu, Feb 20
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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Chelmsford

Showing times and prices for Feb 20

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$29

Fastest journey

35 m

Average duration

39 m

Trains per day

4

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.

Cheapest
Abellio Greater AngliaP03336Tfl Rail+Abellio Greater AngliaP03336G27222
05:54AM0h40
London Liverpool Street (LST)
06:34AMChelmsford station (CHM)
$291One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Abellio Greater AngliaG27955Abellio Greater AngliaG27955
12:46AM0h40
London Liverpool Street (LST)
01:26AMChelmsford station (CHM)
$291One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Abellio Greater AngliaG26938Abellio Greater AngliaG26938
12:18AM0h41
London Liverpool Street (LST)
12:59AMChelmsford station (CHM)
$291One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Abellio Greater AngliaG28775Abellio Greater AngliaG28775
05:23AM0h35
London Liverpool Street (LST)
05:58AMChelmsford station (CHM)
$291One-way
0 transfers

London to Chelmsford train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Abellio Greater Anglia
G26938
Abellio Greater AngliaG26938
12:18AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0h41 12:59AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Abellio Greater Anglia
G27955
Abellio Greater AngliaG27955
12:46AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0h40 01:26AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Abellio Greater Anglia
G28775
Abellio Greater AngliaG28775
05:23AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0h35 05:58AM Chelmsford station (CHM)0 transfersDirect
Abellio Greater Anglia
P03336
Tfl RailP03336
05:54AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0h40 06:34AM Chelmsford station (CHM)1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Chelmsford?

The best time to book your train from London to Chelmsford is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Chelmsford route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Chelmsford per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Chelmsford.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Chelmsford

Trains from London to Chelmsford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€17) if you book in advance.
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
Distance
29 miles (48 km)
Average train duration
35m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€17)
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Train providers
1
Fastest train
27m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
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

Train providers: Abellio Greater Anglia from London to Chelmsford trains

You can travel by train between London and Chelmsford with Abellio Greater Anglia for as low as $17 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

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.

Train information from London to Chelmsford with Abellio Greater Anglia:

  • Average Duration: 28 min
  • Cheapest Price: $17
  • Abellio Greater Anglia frequency: 50 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Chelmsford

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Chelmsford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Chelmsford.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Chelmsford can start from as little as $18 (€16) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Chelmsford is $27 (€24); 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 27 min   to travel the 30 mile (48 km) long journey, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London to Chelmsford leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London to Chelmsford leaves at 11: 57 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Chelmsford without having to change trains with Abellio Greater Anglia. There are 7 direct trains from London to Chelmsford each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best London to Chelmsford train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Abellio Greater Anglia. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Chelmsford from London to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 57 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Liverpool Street, which is located around 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Chelmsford, located 0.1 miles (102 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Chelmsford from London is worth doing with a journey time of 27 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Chelmsford is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Chelmsford including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from London to Chelmsford

London
Chelmsford
The major train station for departures in London is London Liverpool Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Liverpool Street for your trip from London to Chelmsford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for London Liverpool Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
  • Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
The major train station for arrivals in Chelmsford is Chelmsford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chelmsford for your journey to Chelmsford from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Public transit options for Chelmsford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance

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