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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Dover is to bus and line 100 bus which costs £15 - £30 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Dover is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Dover. However, there are services departing from Army & Navy and arriving at Pencester Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Dover. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Dover Priory via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Dover?

The distance between Chelmsford and Dover is 98 miles. The road distance is 83.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dover without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Chelmsford to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Dover?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dover is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus, which costs £15 - £30 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Dover is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Chelmsford to Dover.

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

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Chelmsford to Dover - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 100 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chelmsford to Dover by train, bus, or car

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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 Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 12m
£49–100
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
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 022
5h 33m
£15–30
Drive 83.3 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Dovercar 83.3 mi
1h 29m
£21–30

Chelmsford to Dover by train

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Distance: 97.4 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Dover Priory via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Army & Navy to Pencester Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 33m.

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