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 £20 - £30 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 £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Station via Knebworth Park Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

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 6m.

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 6m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chelmsford bus from?

Basingstoke to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Knebworth Park Estate 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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Basingstoke to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 6m
£38–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Knebworth Park Estatebus K05
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Stationbus K03
3h 45m
£21–50
Drive 82.2 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Chelmsfordcar 82.2 mi
2h
£21–30
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 56m
£38–102

Basingstoke to Chelmsford by train and subway

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.8 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Station via Knebworth Park Estate in around 3h 45m.

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