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Trip Overview

The average train between Chelmsford and Norwich takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford to Norwich. 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 20m
Duration
85 mi
Distance
£50
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chelmsford to Norwich train times

Trains run hourly between Chelmsford and Norwich. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Norwich at 1:33 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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    train train 1h 21m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 1h 28m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 27m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Norwich? 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.

Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Norwich.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 84.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 20m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Norwich hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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