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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Swanley is to line 300 bus and line 100 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Swanley is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Swanley?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Cathedral and arriving at Bartholomew Way Asda via Bus Station, Bus Station, Railway Station and Holy Trinity Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Swanley?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Swanley via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Swanley?

The distance between Chelmsford and Swanley is 45 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Swanley without a car is to train via London Bridge which takes 1h 46m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Chelmsford to Swanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Swanley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Swanley train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Swanley?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Swanley is to train via London Bridge which takes 1h 46m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and line 100 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Swanley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Swanley train arrive?

Chelmsford to Swanley train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Swanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Swanley is 32 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Chelmsford to Swanley.

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

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Chelmsford to Swanley - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 132 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Chelmsford to Swanley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London Bridge
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Swanleytrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
1h 46m
£23–43
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
3h 55m
£4–6
Train, line 132 bus, line 233 bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the bus from North Greenwich Station to Eltham Station / Sherard Roadbus 132
3. Take the bus from Eltham Bus Station to Bartholomew Way Asdabus 233
1h 52m
£17–110
Drive 31.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Swanleycar 31.7 mi
35 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Swanleytaxi 31.7 mi
35 min
£210–250
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Swanleytrain London Blackfriars - Sevenoaks / ...
1h 58m
£24–51

Chelmsford to Swanley by train and bus

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1h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.2 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Swanley, Kent, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Swanley via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street Station, London Bridge Bus Station, and London Bridge in around 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral to Bartholomew Way Asda via Bus Station, Bus Station, Railway Station, Acacia Hall Fastrack Hub, and Holy Trinity Church in around 3h 55m.

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