The average train between Cannock and Essex takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Cannock to Essex. 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 every 2 hours between Cannock and Essex. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Cannock is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugeley Trent Valley and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cannock to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Cannock station and arriving at Essex station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Cannock to Essex train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugeley Trent Valley station.
Cannock to Essex train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Cannock to Essex train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Cannock and Essex is 201.8 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Cannock to White Notley via Rugeley Trent Valley, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 45m.