The average train between Chelmsford and Cambridge takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Chelmsford to Cambridge. 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 Chelmsford and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Cambridge station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.
Chelmsford to Cambridge train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Cambridge train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cambridge station.
Book your Chelmsford to Cambridge train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chelmsford and Cambridge is 57 km. The road distance is 136 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Cambridge via London Liverpool Street in around 2h 19m.
