What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £95 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Basildon Town Centre?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Army & Navy and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Basildon Town Centre?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Basildon via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?

The distance between Chelmsford and Basildon Town Centre is 19 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre without a car is to bus which takes 54 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?

The bus from Army & Navy to Bus Station takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre bus from?

Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Army & Navy station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre is to bus which takes 54 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre is 14 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon Town Centre?

There are 1847+ hotels available in Basildon Town Centre.

Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Army & Navy to Bus Stationbus X10
54 min
£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 15m
£20–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centretaxi 14.2 mi
23 min
£95–120
Drive 14.2 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centrecar 14.2 mi
23 min
£4–5

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Basildon Town Centre, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Army & Navy to Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, West Ham, and Basildon in around 1h 15m.

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