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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Barking is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Barking is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Barking station. However, there are services departing from Cathedral and arriving at Barking Station via Romford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Barking. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Barking via Stratford DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Barking?

The distance between Chelmsford and Barking is 30 miles. The road distance is 24.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Barking without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £14 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Chelmsford to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Barking bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Barking train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Barking?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Barking is to train which takes 43 min and costs £14 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 351 bus and line 5 bus, which costs £7 - £50 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Barking bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Barking bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Brentwood station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Barking train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Barking is 25 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Chelmsford to Barking.

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

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Where can I stay near Barking?

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Chelmsford to Barking - 5 ways to travel via train, line 300 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
43 min
£15–29
Drive 24.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Barkingcar 24.7 mi
34 min
£6–9
Line 300 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the train from Basildon to Barkingtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
1h 34m
£7–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Barkingtaxi 24.7 mi
34 min
£160–200
Line 351 bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Brentwood stationbus 351
2. Take the bus from Romford Station to Barking Stationbus 5 / ...
1h 44m
£7–47

Chelmsford to Barking by train

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Distance: 30.2 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London) every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral to Barking Station via Brentwood station, Brentwood, Romford, and Romford Station in around 1h 44m.

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