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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Gillingham is to bus and line 100 bus and line 700 bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 3h 35m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Army & Navy and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Gillingham?

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

How far is it from Chelmsford to Gillingham?

The distance between Chelmsford and Gillingham is 56 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £28 - £50.

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

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Gillingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Gillingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Gillingham is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £28 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Gillingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Gillingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Gillingham is 42 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Chelmsford to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Chelmsford to Gillingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 100 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Gillingham by train, bus, 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 Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 33m
£28–49
Bus, line 100 bus, line 700 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 Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
3h 35m
£5–9
Drive 41.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Gillinghamcar 41.8 mi
47 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Gillinghamtaxi 41.8 mi
47 min
£180–220
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 9m
£28–36

Chelmsford to Gillingham by bus

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Distance: 55.4 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Gillingham (Kent) via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Army & Navy to Waterfront Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 35m.

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