The average train between Chelmsford and Darlington takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. There is an hourly train service from Chelmsford to Darlington. 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 Chelmsford and Darlington. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Darlington at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Darlington? 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 Chelmsford to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Darlington station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Chelmsford to Darlington train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Darlington train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Darlington station.
Book your Chelmsford to Darlington train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Overground and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chelmsford and Darlington is 338.1 km. The road distance is 424 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Darlington via Stratford (London), Highbury & Islington, Highbury & Islington station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 43m.