What is the cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh?

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh is to line 313 bus and bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh?

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Common Hill and arriving at Eastwood Road via High Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Saffron Walden and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Audley End and arriving at Rayleigh via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Rayleigh is 46 miles. The road distance is 39.8 miles.

How do I travel from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh without a car?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh without a car is to line 313 bus and bus which takes 2h 7m and costs £7 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Rayleigh bus from?

Saffron Walden to Rayleigh bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, depart from Common Hill station.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Rayleigh train from?

Saffron Walden to Rayleigh train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Audley End station.

Train or bus from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh is to line 313 bus and bus which takes 2h 7m and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Rayleigh bus arrive?

Saffron Walden to Rayleigh bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Rayleigh train arrive?

Saffron Walden to Rayleigh train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Rayleigh is 40 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh.

Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1122+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

Saffron Walden to Rayleigh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 313 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Saffron Walden to Rayleigh by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 313 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Common Hill to High Streetbus 313 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Roadbus 3 / ...
2h 7m
£7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Audley End to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Rayleightrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 25m
£38–63
Drive 39.6 mi
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Rayleighcar 39.6 mi
53 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saffron Walden to Rayleightaxi 39.6 mi
53 min
£170–210

Saffron Walden to Rayleigh by bus

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Distance: 45.6 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Saffron Walden, England and Rayleigh, England?

You can take a bus from Common Hill to Eastwood Road via High Street and Bus Station in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Rayleigh via Railway Station, Audley End, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 25m.

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