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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Grays is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Grays is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Grays?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Grays station. However, there are services departing from Cathedral and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Grays?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Grays. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Grays via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Grays?

The distance between Chelmsford and Grays is 43 miles. The road distance is 26.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Grays without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Chelmsford to Grays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Grays bus from?

Chelmsford to Grays bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Cathedral station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Grays train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Grays?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Grays is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and line 100 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h.

Where does the Chelmsford to Grays bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Grays train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Grays?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Grays is 26 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Chelmsford to Grays.

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

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Where can I stay near Grays?

There are 2269+ hotels available in Grays.

Can I share a ride from Chelmsford to Grays?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chelmsford and Grays. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chelmsford to Grays - 5 ways to travel via train, line 300 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Grays by train, bus, rideshare, 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 West Ham to Graystrain London Fenchurch Street - Grays / ...
1h 6m
£18–37
Line 300 bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
2h
£4–6
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Chelmsford to Chafford Hundredrideshare 23.7 mi
45 min
£4
Drive 26 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Grayscar 26 mi
30 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Graystaxi 26 mi
30 min
£170–210

Chelmsford to Grays by train and subway

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1h 6mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.5 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Grays via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 2h.

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