The average train between Chelmsford and Beccles takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford to Beccles. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chelmsford and Beccles. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Beccles at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Beccles. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Beccles station via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Chelmsford to Beccles train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Beccles train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Beccles station.
Book your Chelmsford to Beccles train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chelmsford and Beccles is 109.7 km. The road distance is 127 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Beccles via Ipswich in around 2h 44m.