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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Althorne Station is to line 331 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Althorne Station is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £110 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Althorne Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cathedral and arriving at Post Office. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Althorne Station?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Althorne Station. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Althorne via Shenfield and Wickford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Althorne Station?

The distance between Chelmsford and Althorne Station is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Althorne Station without a car is to line 336 bus and train which takes 1h 17m and costs £5 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Chelmsford to Althorne Station, including transfers.

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

Chelmsford to Althorne Station bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Cathedral station.

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

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Althorne Station?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Althorne Station is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 331 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Althorne Station bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Althorne Station bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Post Office station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Althorne Station train arrive?

Chelmsford to Althorne Station train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Althorne Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Althorne Station is 17 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Chelmsford to Althorne Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Althorne Station?

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Chelmsford to Althorne Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 336 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Althorne Station by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 336 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Railway Stationbus 336
2. Take the train from South Woodham Ferrers to Althornetrain Wickford - Southminster / ...
1h 17m
£5–9
Line 331 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Post Officebus 31 / ...
1h 19m
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Wickfordtrain
3. Take the train from Wickford to Althornetrain
1h 27m
£14–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Althorne Stationtaxi 16.8 mi
22 min
£110–140
Drive 16.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Althorne Stationcar 16.8 mi
22 min
£5–6

Chelmsford to Althorne Station by bus and train

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Althorne via Shenfield and Wickford in around 1h 27m. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Cathedral to Post Office every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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