What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking station to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Barking Station and arriving at Retail Market via Romford Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Barking and arriving at Chelmsford via West Ham station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Barking to Chelmsford?

The distance between Barking and Chelmsford is 30 miles. The road distance is 24.4 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £19 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Barking to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Chelmsford bus from?

Barking to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Barking Station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Chelmsford train from?

Barking to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stratford (London) station.

Train or bus from Barking to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Barking to Chelmsford is to train which takes 44 min and costs £19 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 5 bus and line 498 bus and line 351 bus, which costs and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Barking to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Barking to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Romford Station.

Where does the Barking to Chelmsford train arrive?

Barking to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.

Can I drive from Barking to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Chelmsford is 24 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Barking to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Chelmsford?

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Barking to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 300 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Barking to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ChelmsfordLondon Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
44 min
£19–43
Drive 24.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barking to Chelmsford24.2 mi
34 min
£6–9
Train, line 300 bus
1. Take the train from Barking to BasildonLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
1h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Chelmsford24.2 mi
34 min
£160–200
Line 5 bus, line 498 bus, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Barking Station to Romford Station5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Romford Station to High Street498
3. Take the bus from High Street to Retail Market351
2h 7m

Barking to Chelmsford by train and subway

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44 minAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 30.3 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Barking, England and Chelmsford, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsford every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–30 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barking Station to Retail Market via Romford Station and High Street in around 2h 7m.

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