The average train between Ilford and Chelmsford takes 47 min and the fastest train takes 37 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Ilford 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 every 20 minutes between Ilford and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 12:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 47 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Chelmsford station via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.
Ilford to Chelmsford train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.
Ilford to Chelmsford train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Ilford to Chelmsford train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Ilford and Chelmsford is 33.8 km. The road distance is 36 km.
You can take a train from Ilford to Chelmsford via Shenfield in around 47 min.
