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

The cheapest way to get from Rainham to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainham to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Rainham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainham to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from The Cricketers and arriving at Army & Navy via Waterfront Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rainham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Rainham to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Rainham (Kent) and arriving at Chelmsford via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Rainham to Chelmsford?

The distance between Rainham and Chelmsford is 59 miles. The road distance is 44.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rainham to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Rainham to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Chelmsford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rainham to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Rainham to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Rainham to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and bus and line 100 bus, which costs and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Rainham to Chelmsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rainham to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rainham to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainham to Chelmsford is 44 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Rainham to Chelmsford.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 22m
£30–59
Drive 44 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rainham to Chelmsfordcar 44 mi
54 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
4h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rainham to Chelmsfordtaxi 44 mi
54 min
£290–350
Train via Shenfield
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Farringdontrain Rainham
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Shenfieldtrain Elizabeth
2h 51m
£38–76

Rainham to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 58.5 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Rainham, Medway, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Rainham (Kent) to Chelmsford via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Cricketers to Army & Navy via Waterfront Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 15m.

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