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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £30 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Reading to Chelmsford?

The distance between Reading and Chelmsford is 70 miles. The road distance is 78.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Reading to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Chelmsford bus from?

Reading to Chelmsford bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Chelmsford train from?

Reading to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Reading to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Reading to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Reading to Chelmsford bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Chelmsford train arrive?

Reading to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Chelmsford is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Reading to Chelmsford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Stratfordtrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
1h 41m
£34–85
Drive 77.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Chelmsfordcar 77.8 mi
1h 41m
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3h 47m
£39–61
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 54m
£42–83
Train via Brent
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train
2. Take the train from Richmond NLL to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
2h 50m
£41–99

Reading to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 69.7 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 3h 47m.

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