How to get from Forest Gate to Chelmsford
- 37 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
1h 22m
1 transfer
Train
€20
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Forest Gate to Chelmsford. The most useful door-to-door route takes 1h 22m 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
Forest Gate to Chelmsford: 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.
- 1Forest Gate → LondontrainElizabeth line·11m
- 2London → ChelmsfordtrainElizabeth line·45m
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· 22m€8Book
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Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Elizabeth line; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Forest Gate to Chelmsford works
Start with a Elizabeth line train from Forest Gate to London, about 11 min. Transfer in London and continue by Elizabeth line train on to Chelmsford (45 min). In total it's roughly €20 over 1h 22m, 1 transfer.
Forest Gate to Chelmsford: common questions
How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Chelmsford?
The most useful route takes about 1h 22m by train, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Forest Gate to Chelmsford?
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 Chelmsford from Forest Gate?
About 37 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Forest Gate to Chelmsford 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 Forest Gate to Chelmsford?
On this route you travel with Elizabeth line.
Can you get from Forest Gate to Chelmsford without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 22m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Chelmsford?
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: Elizabeth line
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026