The cheapest and fastest trains from Tilbury to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tilbury to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tilbury to Chelmsford will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tilbury 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 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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 Tilbury to Chelmsford
Take a train from Tilbury to Chelmsford and enjoy the approximately 31 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 23:23.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 23:23 |
Train companies: c2c from Tilbury to Chelmsford trainsc2c trains will get you between Tilbury and Chelmsford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Tilbury to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tilbury 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 Tilbury and Chelmsford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 19:15 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 16:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lifts are available from street level to both platforms
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets can be accessed from the front of station; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Access from the front of station. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside station entrance to platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses in both directions depart from bus stops outside entrance to platform 2
- 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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