The average train between Walsall and Chelmsford takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is an hourly train service from Walsall 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 Walsall and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walsall is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Walsall 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 Walsall to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Walsall station and arriving at Chelmsford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Walsall to Chelmsford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Walsall to Chelmsford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Walsall to Chelmsford train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Walsall and Chelmsford is 192.2 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a train from Walsall to Chelmsford via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 58m.