The average train between Chelmsford and Ludlow takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. 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 Ludlow at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Ludlow station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Chelmsford to Ludlow train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Ludlow train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Chelmsford to Ludlow train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chelmsford and Ludlow is 229.1 km. The road distance is 376 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Ludlow via Stratford, London Paddington, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 42m.