What is the cheapest way to get from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford is to line 170 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Braintree (Station) and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Interchange and arriving at Kings Road. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Braintree (Station) and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Braintree and arriving at Chelmsford. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford?

The distance between Braintree (Station) and Chelmsford is 15 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

How do I travel from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford?

The train from Braintree to Chelmsford takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford bus from?

Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford train from?

Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.

Train or bus from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford is to train which takes 24 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 170 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 43 min.

Where does the Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Kings Road station.

Where does the Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford train arrive?

Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.

Can I drive from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford is 12 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford?

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Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsford by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braintree to Chelmsfordtrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street / ...
24 min
£7–14
Line 170 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Kings Roadbus 70 / ...
43 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsfordtaxi 12 mi
17 min
£80–100
Drive 12 mi
1. Drive from Braintree (Station) to Chelmsfordcar 12 mi
17 min
£3–5

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Braintree (Station), England and Chelmsford, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Braintree to Chelmsford hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Bus Interchange to Kings Road every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 37 min.

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