The average train between Chelmsford and Rochford takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Chelmsford to Rochford. 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 every 30 minutes between Chelmsford and Rochford. 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 Rochford at 12:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

47 min • 1 change

40 min • 1 change

39 min • 1 change

38 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Rochford. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Rochford station via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.
Chelmsford to Rochford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Rochford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Rochford station.
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The distance between Chelmsford and Rochford is 23.7 km. The road distance is 45 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Rochford via Shenfield in around 50 min.