The average train between Chelmsford and Deal takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford to Deal. 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 Deal. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Deal at 12:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Deal? 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 Deal. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Deal station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Chelmsford to Deal train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Deal train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Deal station.
Book your Chelmsford to Deal train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Chelmsford and Deal is 86.2 km. The road distance is 172 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Deal via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 41m.