The average train between Cannock and Chelmsford takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Cannock 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 Cannock and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Cannock is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 8:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugeley Trent Valley and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 26m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cannock to Chelmsford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cannock to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Rugeley Trent Valley station and arriving at Chelmsford station via London Euston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Cannock to Chelmsford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugeley Trent Valley station.
Cannock to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.
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The distance between Cannock and Chelmsford is 200.7 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Cannock to Chelmsford via Rugeley Trent Valley, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 41m.