The average train between Nantwich and Chelmsford takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Nantwich 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 Nantwich and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 1:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Nantwich is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 12:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Nantwich to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Nantwich station and arriving at Chelmsford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Nantwich to Chelmsford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.
Nantwich to Chelmsford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Nantwich to Chelmsford train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Nantwich and Chelmsford is 251.2 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Nantwich to Chelmsford via Crewe, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 53m.