The average bus between Chelmsford and Tenterden takes 7h 14m and the fastest bus takes 5h 22m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chelmsford to Tenterden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 3 hours between Chelmsford and Tenterden. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Tenterden at 10:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Bus Station and take an average of 7h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Tenterden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Tenterden. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Tenterden station via Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.
Chelmsford to Tenterden bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Cathedral station.
Chelmsford to Tenterden bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Old Post Office station.
The distance between Chelmsford and Tenterden is 75.6 km. The road distance is 128 km.
You can take a bus from Cathedral to Old Post Office via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, Waterfront Bus Station, and Chequers Bus Station in around 5h 42m.