What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Brentwood?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Brentwood is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Brentwood?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Brentwood is to train which takes 44 min and costs £14 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Brentwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Brentwood. However, there are services departing from Charing Cross and arriving at High Street via Romford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Brentwood?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tottenham Court Rd and arriving at Brentwood. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Brentwood?

The distance between Charing Cross and Brentwood is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Brentwood without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Brentwood without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £14 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Brentwood?

The train from Tottenham Court Road Station to Brentwood takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Brentwood bus from?

Charing Cross to Brentwood bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Charing Cross station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Brentwood train from?

Charing Cross to Brentwood train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Tottenham Court Rd station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Brentwood?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Brentwood is to train which takes 44 min and costs £14 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus and line 498 bus, which costs £3 - £110 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Brentwood bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Brentwood bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Romford Station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Brentwood train arrive?

Charing Cross to Brentwood train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Brentwood station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Brentwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Brentwood is 22 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Charing Cross to Brentwood.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Brentwood?

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Where can I stay near Brentwood?

There are 1995+ hotels available in Brentwood.

Charing Cross to Brentwood - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 498 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Charing Cross to Brentwood by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Brentwoodtrain Elizabeth
44 min
£14–29
Bus, line 498 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Romford Stationbus N15
2. Take the bus from Romford Station to High Streetbus 498
2h 4m
£4–102
Drive 22.3 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Brentwoodcar 22.3 mi
44 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Brentwoodtaxi 22.3 mi
44 min
£160–200

Charing Cross to Brentwood by train

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Distance: 20.4 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Brentwood, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Tottenham Court Rd to Brentwood every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £14–29 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Charing Cross to High Street via Romford Station in around 2h 4m.

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