The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Wickford
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Wickford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Wickford will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chelmsford for Wickford 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 14 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.


Live departures
Chelmsford to Wickford train times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Wickford trains for today, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:41 Chelmsford | 0h27 | 16:08 Wickford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Wickford
Trains from Chelmsford to Wickford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 27m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 23:27 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Wickford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Wickford from £5. 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 Wickford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to Wickford 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 Wickford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chelmsford and Wickford
- 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 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent & dry cleaners - open early mornings only
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: A secure 50-space cycle compound is available in the car park(key fob required, speak to station staff for availability). An additional 25-hoop cycle storage area is outside the front of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services call at the bus stop at station entrance
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