The average train between South Shields and Chelmsford takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from South Shields 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 South Shields and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from South Shields 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 South Shields to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Chelmsford station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
South Shields to Chelmsford train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Chelmsford train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Chelmsford station.
The distance between South Shields and Chelmsford is 384.1 km. The road distance is 497 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Chelmsford via Central Station, Newcastle, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 16m.