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It takes an average of 1h 40m to travel from Hatfield (Herts) to Chelmsford by train, over a distance of around 29 miles (47 km). There are normally 81 trains per day travelling from Hatfield (Herts) to Chelmsford and tickets for this journey start from £20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:05 | |
| Departure station | Hatfield (Herts) | |
| Arrival station | Chelmsford | |
| Journey time | From 1h 26m | |
| Distance | 29 miles (47 km) | |
| Frequency | 81 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £20 | |
| Train operators | London Overground, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
Take the train from Hatfield (Herts) to Chelmsford in 1 hour 26 minutes
If you want to travel from Hatfield (Herts) to Chelmsford by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Hatfield (Herts) to Chelmsford by train to take around 1 hour 40 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 81 trains per day running on this route, which spans 29 miles (47 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Chelmsford. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia, Thameslink or London Overground. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Hatfield (Herts) to Chelmsford start from £20.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.