The average train between Congleton and Chelmsford takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Congleton to Chelmsford. 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 Congleton and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Congleton is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 6:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Stoke-on-Trent and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Congleton to Chelmsford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Congleton to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Congleton station and arriving at Chelmsford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Congleton to Chelmsford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.
Congleton to Chelmsford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Congleton to Chelmsford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Congleton and Chelmsford is 241.3 km. The road distance is 305 km.
You can take a train from Congleton to Chelmsford via Stoke-on-Trent, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 5m.