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Chelmsford to Romford Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 9 daily train trips available from Chelmsford to Romford. Traveling by train from Chelmsford to Romford usually takes 32 minutes, but the fastest Greater Anglia train can make the trip in 21 minutes.
| Distance | 17 mi (27 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 21m |
| Lowest price | $13.93 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Chelmsford to Romford?
Greater Anglia is the one and only train line which connects Chelmsford to Romford. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 9 | 0h 32m | $13.93 |
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Chelmsford to Romford
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Chelmsford to Romford. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Chelmsford at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Romford. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Romford to Chelmsford.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Chelmsford?
Main departure station: Chelmsford Train Station
There is one train station in Chelmsford.
All train stations in Chelmsford:
Chelmsford Train Station
Where is the train station in Romford?
Main arrival station: Romford Train Station
Romford has one train station.
All train stations in Romford:
Romford Train Station
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