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

The cheapest way to get from Hornchurch to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hornchurch to Chelmsford is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £120 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Hornchurch and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornchurch to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Devonshire Road and arriving at Chelmsford station via Brentwood station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Hornchurch and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Hornchurch station to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Hornchurch station and arriving at Chelmsford via West Ham station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Hornchurch to Chelmsford?

The distance between Hornchurch and Chelmsford is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hornchurch to Chelmsford without a car is to line 256 bus and train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Hornchurch to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hornchurch to Chelmsford bus from?

Hornchurch to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Devonshire Road station.

Where do I catch the Hornchurch to Chelmsford train from?

Hornchurch to Chelmsford train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Hornchurch station.

Where does the Hornchurch to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Hornchurch to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Harold Wood Station.

Where does the Hornchurch to Chelmsford train arrive?

Hornchurch to Chelmsford train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Hornchurch to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornchurch to Chelmsford is 19 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Hornchurch to Chelmsford.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 593+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

Hornchurch to Chelmsford - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 256 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Hornchurch to Chelmsford by bus, train, taxi, car, or subway

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Line 256 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Devonshire Road to Harold Wood Stationbus 256
2. Take the train from Harold Wood to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Chelmsfordtrain
51 min
£9–19
Drive 18.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hornchurch to Chelmsfordcar 18.5 mi
24 min
£5–7
Line 256 bus, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Devonshire Road to Harold Wood Stationbus 256
2. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Chelmsford stationbus 351
1h 23m
£6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hornchurch to Chelmsfordtaxi 18.5 mi
24 min
£120–150
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Hornchurch station to West Ham stationsubway Hammersmith & City / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 2m
£21–59
Line 252 bus, line 498 bus, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Devonshire Road to Romford Stationbus 193 / ...
2. Take the bus from Romford Station to High Streetbus 498
3. Take the bus from High Street to Chelmsford stationbus 351
1h 57m
£6–7

Hornchurch to Chelmsford by bus and train

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Distance: 17.8 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

You can take a bus from Devonshire Road to Chelmsford station via Harold Wood Station, Harold Wood, Brentwood, and Brentwood station in around 1h 23m.

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