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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Dartford is to bus and line 100 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Dartford is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Dartford station. However, there are services departing from Army & Navy and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Dartford?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Dartford via Stratford DLR Station and Woolwich Arsenal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Dartford?

The distance between Chelmsford and Dartford is 39 miles. The road distance is 27.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dartford without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Chelmsford to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dartford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dartford train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Dartford?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dartford is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dartford bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Dartford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dartford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Dartford is 28 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Chelmsford to Dartford.

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

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

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Train
best
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 Dartfordtrain
1h 17m
£18–34
Bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Army & Navy to Bus Stationbus X10
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
2h 16m
£4–6
Train, line 96 bus
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 bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Priory Hillbus 96
1h 46m
£15–29
Drive 27.6 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Dartfordcar 27.6 mi
31 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Dartfordtaxi 27.6 mi
31 min
£180–220

Chelmsford to Dartford by train

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Distance: 38.9 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Dartford via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, and Woolwich Arsenal in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Army & Navy to Railway Station via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 2h 16m.

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