Trains from Chelmsford to London from £16.40

Chelmsford Railway Station is located on the Great Eastern Main Line in the East of England and provides around 134 train services to London Liverpool Street, typically from Platform 1, which is served by Greater Anglia.

The journey from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Street usually takes around 35 minutes by Greater Anglia, which you can alight at via Ingatestone, Shenfield, and Stratford. Taking Greater Anglia Standard Class allows you to save on train fares while still enjoying the comfort of travel, with spacious seats, free Wi-Fi, USB ports, plug sockets, accessible toilets, wheelchair areas, and dedicated bike spaces. To save on your journey, consider booking in advance or purchasing a Railcard, which can save you up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.

You'll be arriving at London Liverpool Street, one of the major railway stations in the northeastern corner of the City of London. It is served by the Elizabeth Line, Greater Anglia, Stansted Express, and London Overground, providing excellent connectivity to various destinations including Heathrow Airport, Reading, Norwich, Ipswich, and Cambridge North. London Liverpool Street also connects to the London Underground system, with access to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines.

First-class tickets

You can travel from Chelmsford to London in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.

This ticket typically includes:

• Access to the London Liverpool Street First Class lounge
• Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
• Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
• Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
• A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.

For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.

Which London station for Chelmsford?

Trains from Chelmsford typically arrive at London Liverpool Street station. This is the main station serving Chelmsford and provides direct connections to various destinations within London and beyond.

Can I use Oyster at Chelmsford Station?

No, Chelmsford Station is not within the London fare zones, so Oyster cards are not valid for travel to or from Chelmsford. You will need to purchase a separate train ticket for your journey.

What train line runs to Chelmsford?

Chelmsford is served by Greater Anglia trains, which operate on the Great Eastern Main Line. This line connects Chelmsford with London Liverpool Street and other destinations in the East of England.

Is Chelmsford on the Elizabeth Line?

No, Chelmsford is not on the Elizabeth Line (formerly known as Crossrail). The Elizabeth Line primarily serves Central London and extends to some areas in the Greater London region, but it does not currently include Chelmsford in its route.

Does Chelmsford count as being in London?

No, Chelmsford is not considered part of London. It is located in Essex, approximately 32 miles northeast of Central London.