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Trains from Watford Junction to Chelmsford (CHM)

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73

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

1hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Chelmsford (CHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 73 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Chelmsford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 73 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Chelmsford is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 52 mins.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Chelmsford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Chelmsford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Chelmsford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:26
    5 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    05:59
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:15
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    06:28
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:14
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:07
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:29
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:01
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:01
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Watford Junction
    Chelmsford
    Watford Junction to Chelmsford

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Watford Junction and Chelmsford

The travel time between Watford Junction and Chelmsford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Chelmsford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 73 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Watford Junction and Chelmsford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Watford Junction & Chelmsford. owever, there are 73 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Chelmsford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Watford Junction and Chelmsford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.