The average train between Newmarket and Chelmsford takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Newmarket 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 Newmarket and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 7:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newmarket is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 5:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Newmarket 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 Newmarket to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Newmarket station and arriving at Chelmsford station via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Newmarket to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Newmarket station.
Newmarket to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Newmarket to Chelmsford train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Newmarket and Chelmsford is 56.8 km. The road distance is 128 km.
You can take a train from Newmarket to Chelmsford via Ipswich in around 2h 5m.