How to get from Chelmsford to Forest Gate
- 37 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
1h 26m
1 transfer
Train
€20
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Chelmsford to Forest Gate. The most useful door-to-door route takes 1h 26m by train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 37 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
37 km
Chelmsford to Forest Gate: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Chelmsford → LondontrainGreater Anglia·44m
- 2London → Forest GatetrainElizabeth line·14m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Train· 25m€12Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Chelmsford to Forest Gate works
Start with a Greater Anglia train from Chelmsford to London, about 44 min. Transfer in London and continue by Elizabeth line train on to Forest Gate (14 min). In total it's roughly €20 over 1h 26m, 1 transfer.
Chelmsford to Forest Gate: common questions
How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Forest Gate?
The most useful route takes about 1h 26m by train, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Chelmsford to Forest Gate?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Forest Gate from Chelmsford?
About 37 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Chelmsford to Forest Gate cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €20. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Chelmsford to Forest Gate?
On this route you travel with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line.
Can you get from Chelmsford to Forest Gate without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 25m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Forest Gate?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026