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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Rayleigh is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £90 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Rayleigh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Eastwood Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Rayleigh via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Rayleigh?

The distance between Chelmsford and Rayleigh is 14 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Rayleigh without a car is to bus which takes 34 min and costs .

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

The bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Road takes 34 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Rayleigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Rayleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Rayleigh is to bus which takes 34 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £25 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Chelmsford to Rayleigh bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Rayleigh bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Eastwood Road station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Rayleigh train arrive?

Chelmsford to Rayleigh train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Rayleigh is 13 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Chelmsford to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1084+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Roadbus 3 / ...
34 min
Drive 13.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Rayleighcar 13.4 mi
16 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Shenfieldtrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Rayleightrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
42 min
£9–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Rayleightaxi 13.4 mi
16 min
£90–110

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Road every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 34 min. Central Connect also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Rayleigh via Shenfield in around 42 min.

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