What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Canvey Island?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Canvey Island is to line 3 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Canvey Island?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Canvey Island is to drive which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Canvey Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chelmsford station station and arriving at Morrisons. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Canvey Island?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Canvey Island. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Benfleet via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Canvey Island?

The distance between Chelmsford and Canvey Island is 20 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Canvey Island without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Canvey Island without a car is to line 3 bus which takes 1h 10m and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Canvey Island?

The line 3 bus from Chelmsford station to Morrisons takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Canvey Island bus from?

Chelmsford to Canvey Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Chelmsford station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Canvey Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Canvey Island?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Canvey Island is to line 3 bus which takes 1h 10m and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Canvey Island bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Canvey Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Morrisons station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Canvey Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Canvey Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Canvey Island is 19 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Chelmsford to Canvey Island.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford to Canvey Island?

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Where can I stay near Canvey Island?

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Chelmsford to Canvey Island - 5 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, and car

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

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Line 3 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chelmsford station to Morrisonsbus 3
1h 10m
£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 Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 13m
£21–44
Drive 18.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Canvey Islandcar 18.8 mi
22 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Canvey Islandtaxi 18.8 mi
22 min
£120–150
Bus, line 27 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Elsinor Avenuebus 27
1h 13m
£4–6

Chelmsford to Canvey Island by bus

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Distance: 20.2 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Canvey Island, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Chelmsford station to Morrisons hourly. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Benfleet via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 13m.

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