The average train between Paignton and Chelmsford takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton 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 Paignton and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 1:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Paignton 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 Paignton to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Chelmsford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Paignton to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Paignton to Chelmsford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Paignton and Chelmsford is 316.8 km. The road distance is 377 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Chelmsford via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 21m.