The average train between Chelmsford and Sleaford takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford to Sleaford. 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 Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Sleaford? 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 Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Sleaford station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Chelmsford to Sleaford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Sleaford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Grantham station.
Book your Chelmsford to Sleaford train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Chelmsford and Sleaford is 152.5 km. The road distance is 248 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Sleaford via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 3h 20m.