The average train between Ipswich and Chelmsford takes 41 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. There is an hourly train service from Ipswich 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 Ipswich and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ipswich is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 11:22 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 41 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Chelmsford station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 41 min.
Ipswich to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.
Ipswich to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.
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The distance between Ipswich and Chelmsford is 59.2 km. The road distance is 62 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Ipswich to Chelmsford hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 47 min.