How to get from Erith to Chelmsford by train?

From Erith to Chelmsford by train

To get from Erith to Chelmsford in London, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Erith station to Abbey Wood (London) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH train and finally take the WEAVER LINE train from Liverpool Street station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The train schedule from Erith may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chelmsford on the Moovit app.

69min
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - WEAVER LINE
Leaves from Erith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erith
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Abbey Wood (London)
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Reading
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    17 min
  • 6
    Train - WEAVER LINE
    Wait for train
    WEAVER LINE
    Colchester Town
  • 7
    Ride to train station Chelmsford
    Ride to train station
    Chelmsford
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Erith to Chelmsford by DLR and train

To get from Erith to Chelmsford in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one DLR line: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Erith station to Woolwich Arsenal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DLR DLR and finally take the WEAVER LINE train from Stratford station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The train schedule from Erith may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chelmsford on the Moovit app.

81min
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
DLR - DLR
Train - WEAVER LINE
Leaves from Erith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erith
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to DLR station
    Walk to DLR station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Stratford International
  • 6
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Stratford
    21 min
  • 7
    Train - WEAVER LINE
    Wait for train
    WEAVER LINE
    Braintree
  • 8
    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 Erith to Chelmsford

The distance between Erith, London and Chelmsford, London is approximately 67.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Erith to Chelmsford by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Erith to Chelmsford

To check the train schedule from Erith to Chelmsford using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Erith) and destination (Chelmsford), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Erith to Chelmsford by DLR and train

To get from Erith to Chelmsford in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one DLR line: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Erith station to Woolwich Arsenal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DLR DLR and finally take the WEAVER LINE train from Stratford station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The train schedule from Erith may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chelmsford on the Moovit app.

81min
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
DLR - DLR
Train - WEAVER LINE
Leaves from Erith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erith
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to DLR station
    Walk to DLR station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Stratford International
  • 6
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Stratford
    21 min
  • 7
    Train - WEAVER LINE
    Wait for train
    WEAVER LINE
    Braintree
  • 8
    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 Erith to Chelmsford?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Train line ELIZABETH, Train line WEAVER LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Erith to Chelmsford?

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Train line SOUTHEASTERN, DLR line DLR, Train line WEAVER LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Erith and Chelmsford?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Erith to Chelmsford?

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from London Cannon Street station near Erith in Erith to Abbey Wood (London) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Abbey Wood (London) station near Chelmsford in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Erith to Chelmsford by train?

    The total travel time between Erith in Erith and Chelmsford in London by train is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Erith to get to Chelmsford?

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the London Cannon Street station near Erith in Erith.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Erith and Chelmsford?

    Get off the train at the Abbey Wood (London) station, which is closest to Chelmsford in London.

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