How much does a train ticket cost from Norwich to Chelmsford?

The cheapest train tickets from Norwich to Chelmsford start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Norwich to Chelmsford?

The average train journey time from Norwich to Chelmsford is 1h 19m, covering a distance of 71 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Greater Anglia .

Which train operators serve the Norwich to Chelmsford route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Norwich to Chelmsford?

The earliest train from Norwich to Chelmsford departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:02.

Train Norwich to Chelmsford from £11

Next train departures

Next departures from Norwich to Chelmsford on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:00	Norwich	1h 19m	17:19	Chelmsford	Cheapest
Train	09:32	Norwich	1h 15m	10:47	Chelmsford	Fastest
Train	07:00	Norwich	1h 34m	08:34	Chelmsford	No tags
Train	07:00	Norwich	1h 34m	08:34	Chelmsford	No tags
Train	07:30	Norwich	1h 31m	09:01	Chelmsford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 06:15 GMT.

Get from Norwich to Chelmsford

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

1h 19mAverage duration

71 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Greater Anglia

4/521 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.8

Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Greater Anglia ticket prices on this trip start at £12

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Norwich to Chelmsford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Norwich to Chelmsford?
The cheapest train tickets from Norwich to Chelmsford start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Norwich to Chelmsford?
The average train journey time from Norwich to Chelmsford is 1h 19m, covering a distance of 71 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators serve the Norwich to Chelmsford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Norwich to Chelmsford?
The earliest train from Norwich to Chelmsford departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:02.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/12

£58

08/12

£11

Today

£13

10/12

No data

11/12

£11

12/12

No data

13/12

£13

14/12

£15

The cheapest trip from Norwich to Chelmsford was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Norwich to Chelmsford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £91 for a train ticket from Norwich to Chelmsford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-11.