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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 1h and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Retail Market via Pudding Lane, Waterfront Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Chelmsford via Ashford International, Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Kent to Chelmsford?

The distance between Kent and Chelmsford is 87 miles. The road distance is 55.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Chelmsford without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 43m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Kent to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Chelmsford bus from?

Kent to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Dickley Wood station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Chelmsford train from?

Kent to Chelmsford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Kent to Chelmsford is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 43m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 510 bus and line 101 bus and line 700 bus and bus and line 100 bus and line 300 bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Kent to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Kent to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Royal Star Arcade station.

Where does the Kent to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kent to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Chelmsford is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Kent to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Kent to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 510 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 43m
£44–92
Drive 55.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Chelmsfordcar 55.2 mi
1h
£14–20
Line 510 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Loder Close to Ashford International stationbus 510
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
3. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
4. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3h 5m
£36–79
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 32m
£43–91
Line 510 bus, line 101 bus, line 700 bus, bus, line 100 bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the bus from Dickley Wood to Royal Star Arcadebus 510
2. Take the bus from Pudding Lane to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 101
3. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 700
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to Retail Marketbus 300 / ...
5h 3m

Kent to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 86.5 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Chelmsford via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Retail Market via Royal Star Arcade, Pudding Lane, Waterfront Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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