The average train between Rochford and Chelmsford takes 47 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Rochford 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 30 minutes between Rochford and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochford is at 10:36 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.

45 min • 1 change

46 min • 1 change

48 min • 1 change

44 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Rochford to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Rochford station and arriving at Chelmsford station via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.
Rochford to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rochford station.
Rochford to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.
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The distance between Rochford and Chelmsford is 23.7 km. The road distance is 45 km.
You can take a train from Rochford to Chelmsford via Shenfield in around 46 min.