The average train between Chelmsford and Attleborough takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Chelmsford to Attleborough. 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 Chelmsford and Attleborough. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Attleborough at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Attleborough. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Attleborough station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Chelmsford to Attleborough train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Attleborough train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Norwich station.
Book your Chelmsford to Attleborough train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chelmsford and Attleborough is 94.5 km. The road distance is 162 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Norwich every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 19m.