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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colchester to Chelmsford

Composite routes from Colchester to Chelmsford

Cheapest
26 min
Car
39 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Colchester to Chelmsford
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Bus operators

Stephensons of Essex

Phone:
01376 503050
Email:
Website:
stephensonsofessex.com/
Bus from Osborne Street to Retail
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.32–$6.33

First Essex

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Email:
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/essex
Bus from Osborne Street to Retail
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford is to bus which costs $4.57 - $5.43 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford is to train which takes 20 min and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Retail Market. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Chelmsford. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Chelmsford?

The distance between Colchester and Chelmsford is 35 km. The road distance is 39.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

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

The train from Colchester to Chelmsford takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Chelmsford bus from?

Colchester to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Chelmsford train from?

Colchester to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Colchester to Chelmsford is to train which takes 20 min and costs $14.13 - $20.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.57 - $5.43 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Colchester to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Colchester to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Retail Market station.

Where does the Colchester to Chelmsford train arrive?

Colchester to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Chelmsford is 40 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Colchester to Chelmsford.

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

Book your Colchester to Chelmsford train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 408+ hotels available in Chelmsford. Prices start at $46.01 per night.
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