How to get from London to Chelmsford
- 37 km as the crow flies
- 40 train departures a day with Elizabeth line
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We compared the ways to travel from London to Chelmsford. The most useful door-to-door route takes 45m by train with no transfer. The two cities are about 37 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
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37 km
London to Chelmsford: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1London → ChelmsfordtrainElizabeth line·45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departures from London to Chelmsford
Elizabeth line runs 40 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:23 and the last at 07:53.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth linetrain | 40 | 05:23 | 07:53 |
| Airport shuttle busbus | 48 | — | — |
All departuresElizabeth line
- 05:23
- 05:25
- 05:36
- 05:39
- 05:54
- 05:55
- 06:00
- 06:02
- 06:03
- 06:10
- 06:16
- 06:17
- 06:19
- 06:25
- 06:26
- 06:30
- 06:33
- 06:35
- 06:39
- 06:44
- 06:45
- 06:50
- 06:51
- 06:57
- 07:00
- 07:03
- 07:04
- 07:09
- 07:13
- 07:15
- 07:16
- 07:21
- 07:27
- 07:33
- 07:36
- 07:39
- 07:44
- 07:46
- 07:49
- 07:53
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
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Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Elizabeth line; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from London to Chelmsford works
Start with a Elizabeth line train from London to Chelmsford, about 45 min. In total it's roughly €12 over 45 min, direct, no transfers.
London to Chelmsford: common questions
How long does it take to get from London to Chelmsford?
The most useful route takes about 45m by train, with no transfer.
When is the first train from London to Chelmsford?
The first train with Elizabeth line leaves at 05:23 and the last at 07:53, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from London to Chelmsford?
40 a day with Elizabeth line, between 05:23 and 07:53.
How far is Chelmsford from London?
About 37 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does London to Chelmsford cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €12. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run London to Chelmsford?
On this route you travel with Elizabeth line.
What is the cheapest way to get from London to Chelmsford?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Elizabeth line
Route calculated: 29 Sep 2026