The average train between Chelmsford and Colchester takes 24 min and the fastest train takes 18 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Chelmsford to Colchester. 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 every 20 minutes between Chelmsford and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 7:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 7:52 PM which arrives into Colchester at 8:13 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 24 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Colchester station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 24 min.
Chelmsford to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.
Book your Chelmsford to Colchester train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chelmsford and Colchester is 34.4 km. The road distance is 35 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Colchester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 21 min.
