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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Benfleet is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Benfleet is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £95 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Benfleet?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Benfleet. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Chase via Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Benfleet?

The distance between Chelmsford and Benfleet is 17 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Benfleet without a car is to bus and line 1 bus which takes 59 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Chelmsford to Benfleet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Benfleet bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Benfleet?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Benfleet is to bus and line 1 bus which takes 59 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Benfleet bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Benfleet bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Railway Station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Benfleet?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Benfleet is 15 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Chelmsford to Benfleet.

Where can I stay near Benfleet?

There are 1271+ hotels available in Benfleet.

Chelmsford to Benfleet - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Benfleet by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Chasebus 1
59 min
Drive 14.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Benfleetcar 14.5 mi
15 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 22m
£19–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Benfleettaxi 14.5 mi
15 min
£95–120
Line 300 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Bus Stationbus 300
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Southwold Crescentbus 28
1h 27m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Benfleet.

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to The Chase via Railway Station in around 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to The Spinnakers via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, West Ham, Benfleet, and Railway Station in around 1h 22m.

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