What is the cheapest way to get from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford is to line 3 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £120 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh-on-Sea (Station) and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grange Road and arriving at Chelmsford station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leigh-on-Sea (Station) and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Leigh-on-Sea and arriving at Chelmsford via Southend Victoria and Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford?

The distance between Leigh-on-Sea (Station) and Chelmsford is 22 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

How do I travel from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford without a car is to line 3 bus which takes 1h 18m and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford?

The line 3 bus from Grange Road to Chelmsford station takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford bus from?

Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Grange Road station.

Where do I catch the Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford train from?

Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford train services, operated by c2c, depart from Leigh-on-Sea station.

Train or bus from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford is to line 3 bus which takes 1h 18m and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £30 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Chelmsford station.

Where does the Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford train arrive?

Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

Can I drive from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford is 18 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford.

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Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 3 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grange Road to Chelmsford stationbus 3
1h 18m
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Leigh-on-Sea to Southend Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Chelmsfordtrain
1h 22m
£15–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsfordtaxi 18.1 mi
23 min
£120–150
Drive 18.1 mi
1. Drive from Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsfordcar 18.1 mi
23 min
£5–7

Leigh-on-Sea (Station) to Chelmsford by foot and bus

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Distance: 22 mi
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What companies run services between Leigh-on-Sea (Station), England and Chelmsford, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Grange Road to Chelmsford station hourly. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leigh-on-Sea to Chelmsford via Southend Central, Southend Victoria, and Shenfield in around 1h 22m.

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