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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford Station is to line 371 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford Station is to train which takes 21 min and costs £10 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Chelmsford Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Chelmsford Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Chelmsford. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Chelmsford Station?

The distance between Colchester and Chelmsford Station is 22 miles. The road distance is 24.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford Station without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £10 - £20.

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

The train from Colchester to Chelmsford takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Colchester to Chelmsford Station bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Chelmsford Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Chelmsford Station?

The best way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford Station is to train which takes 21 min and costs £10 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Colchester to Chelmsford Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Chelmsford Station train arrive?

Colchester to Chelmsford Station train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Chelmsford Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Chelmsford Station is 24 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Colchester to Chelmsford Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Chelmsford Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Chelmsford Station?

Book your Colchester to Chelmsford Station bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford Station?

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There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Chelmsford Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Chelmsfordtrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
21 min
£10–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
1h 31m
£2–5
Drive 24.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Chelmsford Stationcar 24.2 mi
29 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Chelmsford Stationtaxi 24.2 mi
29 min
£160–200
Line 371 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Retail Marketbus 371 / ...
1h 32m
£2–3

Colchester to Chelmsford Station by train

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Distance: 21.8 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Chelmsford Station, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Chelmsford every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 31m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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