What is the cheapest way to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Thorpe Bay (Water) and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from St Augustine's Avenue and arriving at Bus Station via Travel Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Thorpe Bay (Water) and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Thorpe Bay and arriving at Chelmsford via Southend Victoria and Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford?

The distance between Thorpe Bay (Water) and Chelmsford is 33 miles. The road distance is 22.8 miles.

How do I travel from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford bus from?

Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Travel Centre station.

Where do I catch the Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford train from?

Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford train arrive?

Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford is 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford?

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Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Shenfieldtrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 20m
£15–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
1h 24m
£4–6
Drive 22.7 mi
1. Drive from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsfordcar 22.7 mi
29 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsfordtaxi 22.7 mi
29 min
£150–180

Thorpe Bay (Water) to Chelmsford by train and foot

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Distance: 33.3 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Thorpe Bay (Water), England and Chelmsford, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Southend Victoria to Shenfield every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Travel Centre to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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