How to get from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire by train?

By train

To get from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire in London, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Stratford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the OVERGROUND train and finally take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Highbury & Islington station to Bayford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min.

88min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Train - OVERGROUND
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stratford
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - OVERGROUND
    Wait for train
    OVERGROUND
    Richmond (London)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Highbury & Islington
    16 min
  • 6
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Stevenage
  • 7
    Ride to train station Bayford
    Ride to train station
    Bayford
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via GREATER ANGLIA and GREAT NORTHERN

To get from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire in London, take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Liverpool Street station. Next, take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Moorgate station to Bayford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min.

98min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Moorgate
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Hertford North
  • 6
    Ride to train station Bayford
    Ride to train station
    Bayford
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire

The distance between Chelmsford, London and East Hertfordshire, London is approximately 45.62 mi, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire 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 Chelmsford

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

Bus stations close to Chelmsford:

  • Chelmsford
  • Railway Station, Chelmsford City Centre
  • Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre

Public transport stations close to East Hertfordshire, London

East Hertfordshire is located at East Hertfordshire, London and the nearest public transport station is The Farmers Boy Ph, Brickendon.

Bus stations close to East Hertfordshire:

  • The Farmers Boy Ph, Brickendon
  • Baker Arms Ph, Bayford
  • Bayford Railway Station, Bayford

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via GREATER ANGLIA and GREAT NORTHERN

To get from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire in London, take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Liverpool Street station. Next, take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Moorgate station to Bayford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min.

98min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Moorgate
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Hertford North
  • 6
    Ride to train station Bayford
    Ride to train station
    Bayford
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire?

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Bus line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line OVERGROUND, Bus line GREAT NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire?

    The alternative route takes 98 minutes, using Bus line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line GREAT NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and East Hertfordshire in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire in London?

    The GREATER ANGLIA train line goes from London Liverpool Street station near Chelmsford to Stratford station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Stratford station near East Hertfordshire in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelmsford to East Hertfordshire in London by train?

    The total travel time between Chelmsford and East Hertfordshire in London by train is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chelmsford to get to East Hertfordshire in London?

    Get on the GREATER ANGLIA train from the London Liverpool Street station near Chelmsford in London.

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

    Get off the train at the Stratford station, which is closest to East Hertfordshire in London.

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