The average train between Chelmsford and Tamworth takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is an hourly train service from Chelmsford to Tamworth. 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 Tamworth. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Tamworth at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Tamworth? 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 Tamworth. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Tamworth station via London Liverpool Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Chelmsford to Tamworth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Tamworth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Tamworth station.
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The distance between Chelmsford and Tamworth is 178.2 km. The road distance is 202 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Tamworth via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 23m.