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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Station and arriving at The Malls via Knebworth Park Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Basingstoke via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Basingstoke?

The distance between Chelmsford and Basingstoke is 82 miles. The road distance is 82.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Chelmsford to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Basingstoke bus from?

Chelmsford to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Basingstoke train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Basingstoke is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Knebworth Park Estate station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Basingstoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Basingstoke is 82 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Chelmsford to Basingstoke.

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

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
2h 9m
£37–61
Drive 81.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Basingstokecar 81.7 mi
2h 1m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station to Knebworth Park Estatebus K03
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to The Mallsbus K05
3h 50m
£34–47

Chelmsford to Basingstoke by train and subway

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2h 9mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81.9 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Basingstoke via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station to The Malls via Knebworth Park Estate in around 3h 50m.

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