The average train between Braintree and Chelmsford takes 25 min and the fastest train takes 24 min. There is a train service every few hours from Braintree to Chelmsford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Braintree and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Braintree is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 9:24 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 25 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Braintree station and arriving at Chelmsford station. Services depart hourly, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 25 min.
Braintree to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.
Braintree to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.
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The distance between Braintree and Chelmsford is 16.8 km. The road distance is 24 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Braintree to Chelmsford hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 24 min.