The average train between Devon and Chelmsford takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Devon 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 Devon and Chelmsford. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Devon is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Chelmsford at 6:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Devon 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 Devon to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Devon station and arriving at Chelmsford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Devon to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Devon to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Chelmsford station.
Book your Devon to Chelmsford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Devon and Chelmsford is 313.5 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Yeoford to Chelmsford via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 2m.