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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Chelmsford via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Chelmsford?

The distance between Basingstoke and Chelmsford is 82 miles. The road distance is 82.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chelmsford train from?

Basingstoke to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Chelmsford train arrive?

Basingstoke to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Chelmsford is 83 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Basingstoke to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 593+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

Basingstoke to Chelmsford - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 351 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
2h 4m
£36–72
Drive 82.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Chelmsfordcar 82.2 mi
2h
£20–29
Train, line 351 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Chelmsford stationbus 351
2h 49m

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Map of how to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford.

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Distance: 81.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Chelmsford via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 4m.

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