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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Chelmsford is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £95 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Army & Navy. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Chelmsford via West Ham station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Basildon to Chelmsford?

The distance between Basildon and Chelmsford is 18 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Chelmsford without a car is to bus which takes 48 min and costs .

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

The bus from Bus Station to Army & Navy takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Chelmsford bus from?

Basildon to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Chelmsford train from?

Basildon to Chelmsford train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Basildon to Chelmsford is to bus which takes 48 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Basildon to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Basildon to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Army & Navy station.

Where does the Basildon to Chelmsford train arrive?

Basildon to Chelmsford train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Chelmsford is 14 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Basildon to Chelmsford.

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

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Basildon to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basildon to Chelmsford by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Army & NavyX10
48 min
Drive 14.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Chelmsford14.2 mi
22 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Basildon to West HamShoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ChelmsfordLondon Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
1h 6m
£17–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Chelmsford14.2 mi
22 min
£95–120

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 17.8 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Army & Navy every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basildon to Chelmsford via West Ham, West Ham station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 6m.

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