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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Brightlingsea is to line 371 bus and line 87 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Brightlingsea is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Brightlingsea?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Brightlingsea. However, there are services departing from Cathedral and arriving at Victoria Place via The George. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Brightlingsea?

The distance between Chelmsford and Brightlingsea is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Brightlingsea without a car is to train and bus which takes 59 min and costs £14 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Chelmsford to Brightlingsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Brightlingsea bus from?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Brightlingsea bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Brightlingsea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at High Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Brightlingsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Brightlingsea is 33 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Chelmsford to Brightlingsea.

Where can I stay near Brightlingsea?

There are 943+ hotels available in Brightlingsea.

Chelmsford to Brightlingsea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 371 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Wivenhoetrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2. Take the bus from Co-op to Bateman Roadbus 87
59 min
£15–23
Line 371 bus, line 87 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to High Streetbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from The George to Victoria Placebus 87
2h 23m
£5–6
Drive 33.2 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Brightlingseacar 33.2 mi
42 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Brightlingseataxi 33.2 mi
42 min
£140–180

Chelmsford to Brightlingsea by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

You can take a bus from Cathedral to Victoria Place via High Street and The George in around 2h 23m.

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