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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Chatham is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Chatham is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Chatham via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Chatham?

The distance between Chelmsford and Chatham is 54 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Chelmsford to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Chatham train from?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Chatham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Chatham is 40 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Chelmsford to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1583+ hotels available in Chatham.

Chelmsford to Chatham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Chatham by train, 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 / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Chathamtrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 33m
£27–47
Drive 40.1 mi
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1. Drive from Chelmsford to Chathamcar 40.1 mi
47 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Chathamtaxi 40.1 mi
47 min
£170–210
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Stratford DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Chathamtrain
2h 8m
£30–38

Chelmsford to Chatham by train

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1h 33mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.9 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Chatham via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 33m.

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