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Trip Overview

The average train between Chelmsford and Ebbsfleet takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford to Ebbsfleet. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 54m
Duration
104 mi
Distance
£62
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
  2. Take the train from Stratford International to Cliffs End, Thanet Parkwaytrain train St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 18m
£53–97

Chelmsford to Ebbsfleet train times

Trains run hourly between Chelmsford and Ebbsfleet. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Ebbsfleet at 12:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 43m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 46m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 54m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 9m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 55m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 55m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 26m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 3m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 45m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 46m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 9m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Ebbsfleet? 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.

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  • Distance: 103.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Ebbsfleet, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Cliffs End, Thanet Parkway via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 18m.

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