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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford is to train which takes 21 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Crouch Street and arriving at Retail Market. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Chelmsford. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Chelmsford?

The distance between Colchester and Chelmsford is 22 miles. The road distance is 24.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £11 - £16.

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

The train from Colchester to Chelmsford takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Chelmsford bus from?

Colchester to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Crouch Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford is to train which takes 21 min and costs £11 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Colchester to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Colchester to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Retail Market station.

Where does the Colchester to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Chelmsford is 24 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Colchester to Chelmsford.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Chelmsfordtrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
21 min
£11–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Crouch Street to Retail Marketbus 371 / ...
1h 27m
£2–4
Drive 24.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Chelmsfordcar 24.2 mi
29 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Chelmsfordtaxi 24.2 mi
29 min
£160–200

Colchester to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 21.8 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Chelmsford every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Crouch Street to Retail Market every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 27m. Two other operators also service this route.

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