The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Wivenhoe
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Wivenhoe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Wivenhoe will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Chelmsford for Wivenhoe every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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 Wivenhoe train times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Wivenhoe trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:28 Chelmsford | 0h47 | 12:15 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 November | |||||
![]() | 04:59 Chelmsford | 0h39 | 05:38 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:28 Chelmsford | 0h47 | 07:15 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:10 Chelmsford | 1h05 | 08:15 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Wivenhoe
Trains from Chelmsford to Wivenhoe run on average 3 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 31m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 23:54 |
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FAQs: Chelmsford to Wivenhoe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to Wivenhoe 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 Wivenhoe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chelmsford and Wivenhoe
- 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 06:10 - 20:30 Saturday 06:15 - 20:30 Sunday 09:15 - 16:15
- Type of shops available: Photobooth available in Booking Hall on platform 1. Bookshelf in Booking Hall for books to borrow.
- 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 ticket machines note: Located on Platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: toilets available when the ticket office is open in the ticket hall
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 20 cycle spaces on station forecourt plus 20 in the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: First Essex buses stop at the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station entrance
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