How to get from Potters Bar to Chelmsford by train?

From Potters Bar to Chelmsford by train

To get from Potters Bar to Chelmsford in London, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the THAMESLINK train from Potters Bar station to Farringdon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Liverpool Street station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min.

75min
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Potters Bar
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Potters Bar
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Sevenoaks
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Farringdon
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Farringdon
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Abbey Wood
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    2 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Street
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Norwich
  • 9
    Ride to train station Chelmsford
    Ride to train station
    Chelmsford
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Potters Bar to Chelmsford by train via GREAT NORTHERN and GREATER ANGLIA

To get from Potters Bar to Chelmsford in London, take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Potters Bar station to Moorgate station. Next, take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Liverpool Street station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is £13.60.

81min£13.60
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Potters Bar
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Potters Bar
  • 2
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Moorgate
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Moorgate
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Street
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Norwich
  • 6
    Ride to train station Chelmsford
    Ride to train station
    Chelmsford
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Potters Bar to Chelmsford
The distance between Potters Bar, London and Chelmsford, London is approximately 44.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 75 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Potters Bar to Chelmsford by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Potters Bar

Potters Bar is located at Potters Bar, London and the nearest public transport station is Potters Bar.

Bus stations close to Potters Bar:

  • Potters Bar
  • Potters Bar Railway Station, Potters Bar
  • Potters Bar Railway Station (C)
Public transport stations close to Chelmsford, London

Chelmsford is located at Chelmsford, London and the nearest public transport station is Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre.

Bus stations close to Chelmsford:

  • Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre
  • Railway Street Car Park, Chelmsford City Centre
  • Railway Station, Chelmsford City Centre
Related Routes

Alternative route from Potters Bar to Chelmsford by train via GREAT NORTHERN and GREATER ANGLIA

To get from Potters Bar to Chelmsford in London, take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Potters Bar station to Moorgate station. Next, take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Liverpool Street station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is £13.60.

81min£13.60
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Potters Bar
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Potters Bar
  • 2
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Moorgate
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Moorgate
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Street
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Norwich
  • 6
    Ride to train station Chelmsford
    Ride to train station
    Chelmsford
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Chelmsford?

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line ELIZABETH, Bus line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Potters Bar to Chelmsford?

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Bus line GREAT NORTHERN, Bus line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct train between Potters Bar and Chelmsford in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Potters Bar to Chelmsford in London?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from Sevenoaks station near Potters Bar to Farringdon station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Farringdon station near Chelmsford in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Potters Bar to Chelmsford in London by train?

    The total travel time between Potters Bar and Chelmsford in London by train is about 1 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Potters Bar to get to Chelmsford in London?

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the Sevenoaks station near Potters Bar in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Potters Bar and Chelmsford in London?

    Get off the train at the Farringdon station, which is closest to Chelmsford in London.

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