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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford is to train and subway which takes 1h 48m and costs £30 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Chelmsford via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Chelmsford?

The distance between Basingstoke and Chelmsford is 82 miles. The road distance is 82.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 48m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chelmsford bus from?

Basingstoke to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chelmsford train from?

Basingstoke to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Chelmsford train arrive?

Basingstoke to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Chelmsford is 83 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Basingstoke to Chelmsford.

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

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Basingstoke to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Chelmsford by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Stratford stationsubway
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
1h 48m
£35–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3h 36m
£14–25
Drive 82.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Chelmsfordcar 82.3 mi
2h 1m
£21–30
Line 730 bus, train, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Frimley station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 730
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Chelmsford stationbus 351
4h 8m

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Distance: 81.8 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a bus from The Malls to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 3h 36m.

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