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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Chelmsford is to line 104 bus and line 371 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Retail Market via Osborne Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Chelmsford. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Harwich to Chelmsford?

The distance between Harwich and Chelmsford is 41 miles. The road distance is 43.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £19 - £40.

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

The train from Harwich Town to Chelmsford takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Chelmsford bus from?

Harwich to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Mayflower Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Harwich to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Harwich to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus and line 371 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Harwich to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Harwich to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street station.

Where does the Harwich to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harwich to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Chelmsford is 44 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Harwich to Chelmsford.

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

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Harwich to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 104 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harwich Town to Chelmsfordtrain Harwich Town - London Liverpool Street
1h 11m
£19–40
Line 104 bus, line 371 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Retail Marketbus 371 / ...
2h 55m
£5–6
Drive 43.3 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Chelmsfordcar 43.3 mi
49 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harwich to Chelmsfordtaxi 43.3 mi
49 min
£280–340
Train via Manningtree
1. Take the train from Harwich Town to Manningtreetrain Harwich Town - Manningtree / ...
2. Take the train from Manningtree to Chelmsfordtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 20m
£19–36

Harwich to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 40.7 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Harwich Town to Chelmsford once daily. Tickets cost £19–40 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Retail Market via Stanwell Street and Osborne Street in around 2h 55m.

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