The average train between Chelmsford and Henley-on-Thames takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is an hourly train service from Chelmsford to Henley-on-Thames. 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 Henley-on-Thames. 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 Henley-on-Thames at 5:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Henley-on-Thames? 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 Henley-on-Thames. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Henley-on-Thames station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.
Chelmsford to Henley-on-Thames train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Henley-on-Thames train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Twyford station.
Book your Chelmsford to Henley-on-Thames train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Chelmsford and Henley-on-Thames is 97.4 km. The road distance is 112 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Henley-on-Thames via Stratford, London Paddington, and Twyford in around 2h 6m.