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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Harwich is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Harwich is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Harwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Cathedral and arriving at Mayflower Avenue via Head Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Harwich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Harwich Town. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Harwich?

The distance between Chelmsford and Harwich is 41 miles. The road distance is 43.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Harwich without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs £23 - £26.

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

The train from Chelmsford to Harwich Town takes 56 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Harwich bus from?

Chelmsford to Harwich bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Cathedral station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Harwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Harwich?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Harwich is to train which takes 56 min and costs £23 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 104 bus, which costs and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Harwich bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Harwich bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Head Street station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Harwich train arrive?

Chelmsford to Harwich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Harwich Town station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Harwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Harwich is 43 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Chelmsford to Harwich.

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

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Where can I stay near Harwich?

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Chelmsford to Harwich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 104 bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Harwich TownLondon Liverpool Street - Harwich Town
56 min
£23–26
Drive 43.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Harwich43.2 mi
48 min
£11–16
Bus, line 104 bus
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Head Street371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Head Street to Mayflower Avenue102 / ...
3h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Harwich43.2 mi
48 min
£280–340
Train via Manningtree
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to ManningtreeLondon Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Manningtree to DovercourtManningtree - Harwich Town / ...
1h 32m
£17–23

Chelmsford to Harwich by train

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Distance: 40.7 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Harwich Town 5 times a week. Tickets cost £23–26 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral to Mayflower Avenue via Head Street in around 3h 20m.

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