The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Hockley
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Hockley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Hockley will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chelmsford for Hockley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Hockley
Trains from Chelmsford to Hockley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 43m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Hockley trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Hockley from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chelmsford to Hockley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to Hockley by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hockley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chelmsford and Hockley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on each platform. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the Ground Floor, near the lifts.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is a dedicated Cycle Point, with free cycle parking, plus secure cycle parking and premium cycle parking. This is in Park Road, opposite the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are on platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stops are away from the Station, Located on Spa Road. Customers wishing to travel to Shenfield/London should use the Public bus stop located opposite CO-OP Funeral care. Customers wishing to travel towards Southend Victoria & Southend Airport should use the bus stop located next to CO-OP Funeral Care. Directional Signage is provided at the station entrance and at both Public Bus Stops. Check before travel.
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