The cheapest and fastest trains from Harlow to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harlow to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harlow to Chelmsford will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harlow for Chelmsford 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 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Harlow to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harlow to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£38 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harlow to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Harlow to Chelmsford trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:28 Harlow | 1h27 | 05:55 Chelmsford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harlow to Chelmsford
Trains from Harlow to Chelmsford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from Harlow to Chelmsford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between Harlow and Chelmsford from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Harlow to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harlow to Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Harlow and Chelmsford
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle spaces on station frontage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on A1184 Cambridge Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent Passport Photo Booth
- 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: Accessible (radar key) toilet on concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room can be found on the bridge.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within building and forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station forecourt
- 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
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