Greater Anglia
London Overground
Trains to Chelmsford from Watford
| First train | 03:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:41 | |
| Departure station | Watford | |
| Arrival station | Chelmsford | |
| Journey time | From 1h 34m | |
| Distance | 37 miles (60 km) | |
| Frequency | 102 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Trains to Chelmsford from Watford
Want to travel from Watford to Chelmsford by train? Start your journey with us.
It takes an average of 2 hours 11 minutes to travel from Watford to Chelmsford by train. You'll find on average 102 trains per day running on this route.
There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Chelmsford by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.
Trains on this route are operated by Greater Anglia, London Overground and Southern.
Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Watford to Chelmsford?
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. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
2. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Watford to Chelmsford is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.