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Romford to Chelmsford Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Romford to Chelmsford. Traveling by train from Romford to Chelmsford usually takes 20 minutes, but the fastest Greater Anglia train can make the trip in 19 minutes.
| Distance | 17 mi (27 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 19m |
| Lowest price | $14.58 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Romford to Chelmsford?
Greater Anglia is the one and only train line which connects Romford to Chelmsford. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 2 | 0h 20m | $14.58 |
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 Romford to Chelmsford
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Romford to Chelmsford on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Romford at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Romford twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Chelmsford with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Chelmsford to Romford.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Romford?
Main departure station: Romford Train Station
There is one train station in Romford.
All train stations in Romford:
Romford Train Station
Where is the train station in Chelmsford?
Main arrival station: Chelmsford Train Station
Chelmsford has one train station.
All train stations in Chelmsford:
Chelmsford Train Station
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