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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Rainham is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Rainham is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Rainham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Romford Station and arriving at Rainham Village School via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Rainham?

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

How far is it from Chelmsford to Rainham?

The distance between Chelmsford and Rainham is 36 miles. The road distance is 22.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Rainham without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £16 - £35.

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

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Rainham bus from?

Chelmsford to Rainham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Romford Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Rainham train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Rainham?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Rainham is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 165 bus, which costs £9 - £22 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Rainham bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Rainham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Rainham Village School station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Rainham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Rainham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Rainham is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Chelmsford to Rainham.

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

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Where can I stay near Rainham?

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Chelmsford to Rainham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 165 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Rainham 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 West Ham to Rainham (London)train London Fenchurch Street - Grays / ...
1h 1m
£16–32
Drive 22.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Rainhamcar 22.1 mi
31 min
£6–8
Line 165 bus
1. Take the bus from Romford Station to Rainham Village Schoolbus 165
1h 19m
£10–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Rainhamtaxi 22.1 mi
31 min
£140–180
Line 351 bus, line 103 bus
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Brentwood stationbus 351
2. Take the bus from Romford Station to Rainham Stationbus 103
1h 39m
£7–15

Chelmsford to Rainham by train and subway

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Distance: 35.4 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Rainham, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Rainham (London) via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 1m. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Romford Station to Rainham Village School every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 45 min.

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