The average train between Crewe and Chelmsford takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Crewe 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 Crewe and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Crewe is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Crewe 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 Crewe to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Chelmsford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Crewe to Chelmsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to Chelmsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Crewe to Chelmsford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Crewe and Chelmsford is 248.8 km. The road distance is 305 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to Chelmsford via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 35m.