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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Margate is to bus and line 100 bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Margate. However, there are services departing from Army & Navy and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Margate. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Margate via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Margate?

The distance between Chelmsford and Margate is 112 miles. The road distance is 83.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Chelmsford to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Margate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Margate?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Margate is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Margate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Margate is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Chelmsford to Margate.

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

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Chelmsford to Margate - 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 Margate 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 Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 16m
£53–115
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 Marine Terracebus 022
5h 26m
£15–34
Drive 83.3 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Margatecar 83.3 mi
1h 28m
£21–30

Chelmsford to Margate by train

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 111.2 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Margate via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Army & Navy to Marine Terrace via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 26m.

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