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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Basildon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Army & Navy and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Basildon via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Basildon?

The distance between Chelmsford and Basildon is 19 miles. The road distance is 14.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon without a car is to bus which takes 52 min and costs .

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

The bus from Army & Navy to Bus Station takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Basildon bus from?

Chelmsford to Basildon bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Army & Navy station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Basildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Basildon?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon is to bus which takes 52 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Basildon bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Basildon bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Basildon train arrive?

Chelmsford to Basildon train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Basildon?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Basildon.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Army & Navy to Bus StationX10
52 min
Drive 14 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Basildon14 mi
22 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to BasildonLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 7m
£20–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Basildon14 mi
22 min
£95–120

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 18.5 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

First Essex operates a bus from Army & Navy to Bus Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Basildon via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 7m.

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