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How to get from Chelmsford to Plumstead by DLR and train?

From Chelmsford to Plumstead by DLR and train

To get from Chelmsford to Plumstead in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one DLR line: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Stratford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DLR DLR and finally take the THAMESLINK train from Woolwich Arsenal station to Plumstead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min.

66min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
DLR - DLR
Train - THAMESLINK
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
    25 min
  • 4
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Woolwich Arsenal
  • 5
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 8
    Ride to train station Plumstead
    Ride to train station
    Plumstead
    2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chelmsford to Plumstead by DLR, bus and train

To get from Chelmsford to Plumstead in London, you’ll need to take one train line, one DLR line and one bus line: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Stratford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DLR DLR and finally take the 99 bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station (N) station to Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Stn (B) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min.

69min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
DLR - DLR
Bus - 9999
Walk to Plumstead
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
    25 min
  • 4
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Woolwich Arsenal
  • 5
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Woolwich Arsenal Station (N)
    ID N
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 9999
    Wait for bus
    99
    Bexleyheath, Shopping Centre
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Stn (B)
    ID B
    8 min
  • 9
    Walk to Plumstead
    Walk to
    Plumstead
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chelmsford to Plumstead
The distance between Chelmsford, London and Plumstead, London is approximately 32.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelmsford to Plumstead by DLR and 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 Plumstead, London

Plumstead is located at Plumstead, London and the nearest public transport station is Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Stn (B).

Train stations close to Plumstead:

  • Plumstead
  • Woolwich
  • Woolwich Arsenal

Bus stations close to Plumstead:

  • Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Stn (B)
  • Plumstead Station (C)
  • Griffin Road / Plumstead Station (U)

River Bus stations close to Plumstead:

  • Woolwich Arsenal Pier

DLR stations close to Plumstead:

  • Woolwich Arsenal

From Chelmsford to Plumstead by DLR, bus and train

To get from Chelmsford to Plumstead in London, you’ll need to take one train line, one DLR line and one bus line: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Stratford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DLR DLR and finally take the 99 bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station (N) station to Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Stn (B) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min.

69min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
DLR - DLR
Bus - 9999
Walk to Plumstead
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
    25 min
  • 4
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Woolwich Arsenal
  • 5
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Woolwich Arsenal Station (N)
    ID N
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 9999
    Wait for bus
    99
    Bexleyheath, Shopping Centre
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Stn (B)
    ID B
    8 min
  • 9
    Walk to Plumstead
    Walk to
    Plumstead
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Plumstead?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line DLR, Bus line THAMESLINK.

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

    The alternative route takes 69 minutes, using Bus line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line DLR, Bus line 99.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one DLR line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chelmsford to Plumstead 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 and one DLR line till Stratford station near Plumstead in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelmsford to Plumstead in London by train and DLR?

    The total travel time between Chelmsford and Plumstead in London by train and DLR is about 1 hr 6 min.

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

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

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