What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford Station to Basildon?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford Station to Basildon is to line 300 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford Station to Basildon?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford Station to Basildon is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £95 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford Station and Basildon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford Station and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford Station to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Basildon via Stratford DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Chelmsford Station to Basildon?

The distance between Chelmsford Station and Basildon is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford Station to Basildon without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford Station to Basildon without a car is to line 300 bus which takes 1h 8m and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford Station to Basildon?

The line 300 bus from Bus Station to Bus Station takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford Station to Basildon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford Station to Basildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford Station to Basildon?

The best way to get from Chelmsford Station to Basildon is to line 300 bus which takes 1h 8m and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Chelmsford Station to Basildon bus arrive?

Chelmsford Station to Basildon bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford Station to Basildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford Station to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford Station to Basildon is 14 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Chelmsford Station to Basildon.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford Station to Basildon?

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

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Chelmsford Station to Basildon - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 300 bus

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

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Line 300 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
1h 8m
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 10m
£21–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford Station to Basildontaxi 14.1 mi
22 min
£95–120
Drive 14.1 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford Station to Basildoncar 14.1 mi
22 min
£4–5

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Distance: 16.2 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Chelmsford Station, England and Basildon, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Basildon via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 1h 10m.

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