The average train between Hastings and Chelmsford takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Hastings 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.
Trains run hourly between Hastings and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hastings is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 12:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Hastings 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hastings to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Hastings station and arriving at Chelmsford station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.
Hastings to Chelmsford train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hastings station.
Hastings to Chelmsford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Hastings to Chelmsford train tickets online with Southern, Southeastern and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hastings and Chelmsford is 98.2 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Hastings to Chelmsford via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 14m.