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Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Clacton-on-Sea and Chelmsford takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 48 min. There is a train service every few hours from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

52 min
Duration
40 mi
Distance
£22
Average price
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Frequency

Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford train times

Trains run hourly between Clacton-on-Sea and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clacton-on-Sea is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 10:54 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 52 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 49 min • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 58 min • Direct
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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 59 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 58 min • Direct
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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 59 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 58 min • Direct
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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 59 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 58 min • Direct
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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 59 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 49 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 56 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford? 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 Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 39.6 mi
  • Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Clacton-on-Sea, England and Chelmsford, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford hourly. Tickets cost £18–29 and the journey takes 49 min.

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