What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester Zoo and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colchester Zoo and arriving at Retail Market. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford?

The distance between Colchester Zoo and Chelmsford is 27 miles. The road distance is 20.1 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h and costs £12 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford bus from?

Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Colchester Zoo station.

Where does the Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Retail Market station.

Can I drive from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford is 20 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 589+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Colchester Zoo to Head Streetbus 75 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Chelmsfordtrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h
£13–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colchester Zoo to Retail Marketbus 375
1h 16m
£2–4
Drive 20 mi
1. Drive from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsfordcar 20 mi
24 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester Zoo to Chelmsfordtaxi 20 mi
24 min
£130–160

Colchester Zoo to Chelmsford by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 26.5 mi
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What companies run services between Colchester Zoo, England and Chelmsford, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Colchester Zoo to Retail Market every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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