The average train between Chalkwell and Chelmsford takes 1h 12m and the fastest train takes 53 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Chalkwell 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 every 30 minutes between Chalkwell and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Chalkwell is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 12:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Southend Central and take an average of 1h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chalkwell 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 Chalkwell to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria station and arriving at Shenfield station via Shenfield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.
Chalkwell to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.
Chalkwell to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.
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The distance between Chalkwell and Chelmsford is 25.5 km. The road distance is 30 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Southend Victoria to Shenfield every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–16 and the journey takes 35 min.