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Watford Junction to Chelmsford trains

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The average train between Watford Junction and Chelmsford takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h. There is an hourly train service from Watford Junction 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.

1h 18m
Duration
50 mi
Distance
£26
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford Junction to Chelmsford train times

Trains run hourly between Watford Junction and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 5:58 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 24m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 5m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 15m • 2 changes
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    London OvergroundLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 20m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford Junction 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.

Map of how to get from Watford Junction to Chelmsford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 49.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Chelmsford via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 16m.

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