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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham station to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at Army & Navy via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Chelmsford via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Chelmsford?

The distance between Gillingham and Chelmsford is 56 miles. The road distance is 42.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £28 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Gillingham to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Chelmsford bus from?

Gillingham to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Waterfront Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Chelmsford train from?

Gillingham to Chelmsford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £28 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and bus and line 100 bus, which costs and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Gillingham to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Gillingham to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gillingham to Chelmsford train arrive?

Gillingham to Chelmsford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Chelmsford is 42 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Gillingham to Chelmsford.

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

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Gillingham to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 700 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 17m
£28–48
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gillingham to Chelmsfordcar 42 mi
48 min
£11–16
Line 700 bus, bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Army & Navybus X10
3h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham to Chelmsfordtaxi 42 mi
48 min
£180–220
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Woolwich Arsenaltrain
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
1h 56m
£27–45

Gillingham to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 55.4 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Gillingham, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Chelmsford via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Army & Navy via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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