What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay is to bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Thorpe Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Thorpe Bay station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thorpe Bay station via Travel Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Thorpe Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Thorpe Bay via Shenfield and Southend Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay?

The distance between Chelmsford and Thorpe Bay is 33 miles. The road distance is 22.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £15 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay bus from?

Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Travel Centre station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay train arrive?

Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay is 22 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay?

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Where can I stay near Thorpe Bay?

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Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, line 300 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Shenfieldtrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 19m
£16–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
1h 42m
£3–6
Line 300 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the train from Basildon to Thorpe Baytrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 36m
£6–13
Drive 22.1 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Thorpe Baycar 22.1 mi
28 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Thorpe Baytaxi 22.1 mi
28 min
£140–180

Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay by train and foot

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33.3 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Thorpe Bay, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Thorpe Bay via Shenfield, Southend Victoria, and Southend Central in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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