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Erith to Chelmsford by train

First train

04:08

Last train

22:39

Departure station

Erith

Arrival station

Chelmsford

Journey time

From 1h 10m

Distance

22 miles (35 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Thameslink

How to travel from Erith to Chelmsford by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Erith to Chelmsford? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Erith and Chelmsford, which usually take 1 hour 26 minutes to complete the 22 miles (35 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Chelmsford by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Greater Anglia, Southeastern or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Erith to Chelmsford if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Chelmsford? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Erith to Chelmsford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Erith and Chelmsford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Erith to Chelmsford is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Erith to Chelmsford?

No, there are no direct train services from Erith to Chelmsford. Travelling from Erith to Chelmsford by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Erith to Chelmsford leave?

The first train from Erith to Chelmsford leaves at 04:08. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Erith to Chelmsford leave?

The last train from Erith to Chelmsford leaves at 22:39. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Erith and Chelmsford by train?

Trains travelling from Erith to Chelmsford cover a distance of around 22 miles (35 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Chelmsford to Erith.

Cheap train tickets from Erith to Chelmsford

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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