Upminster, Greater London to Chelmsford, Essex from $6: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Upminster to Chelmsford: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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31.4 kmDistance

22m Fastest

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Upminster - Chelmsford operators

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Train

Contact phone

0343 222 1234

Website

https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/

Train from Harold Wood to Shenfield

Average Duration

10m

Estimated price

$2-5

Website

https://www.greateranglia.co.uk/

Train from Shenfield to Chelmsford

Average Duration

10m

Estimated price

$10-15

Train from Romford to Chelmsford

Average Duration

18m

Estimated price

$12-18

Contact phone

0343 222 1234

Website

https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/london-overground/

Train from Upminster to Romford

Average Duration

Estimated price

$2-4

Bus

Contact phone

customer.services@stagecoachbus.com

Website

https://www.stagecoachbus.com

Bus from Upminster Station to Harold Wood Station

Average Duration

13m

Estimated price

0-0

Contact phone

0344 800 44 11

Website

https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/

Bus from Upminster Station to Harold Wood Station

Average Duration

12m

Estimated price

$3-3

Contact phone

0345 646 0707

Website

https://firstbus.co.uk/

Bus from Bus Station to Bus Station

Average Duration

1h 6m

Estimated price

0-0

Taxi

Taxi from Upminster to Chelmsford

Average Duration

22m

Estimated price

$160-200

Upminster to Chelmsford: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Upminster and Chelmsford offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Embark on a scenic drive from Upminster to Chelmsford, covering a distance of 30.6 km in just 22 minutes. ⛽ Experience the flexibility of travel as you can expect car journey prices to range from £5 to £8 for this convenient route.

Average price

£5 - £8

🕒 The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes, making it a relatively quick and convenient way to get from Upminster to Chelmsford through the efficient train services of London Overground and Greater Anglia. 💷 Prices for the train ticket between Upminster and Chelmsford typically range from £11 to £17, offering an affordable transportation option for your trip within the United Kingdom.

Departure Point

Upminster station

Arrival Point

Chelmsford station

🚌 Starting from Upminster you can reach Chelmsford in approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes by bus. 🛣️ Route 1 covers a distance of 36.0 km and takes around 2 hours and 9 minutes to reach Chelmsford. The journey involves a bus towards Chelmsford City Centre, with a transfer at Warley and an arrival at Chelmsford bus station via Essex Bus. 🚆 For a faster option, consider Route 3, which takes 54 minutes to reach Chelmsford covering a distance of 61.1 km. This route includes a train journey with transfers at London Fenchurch Street and Norwich, operated by c2c and Greater Anglia, respectively.

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Upminster and Chelmsford is 25.7 km by road. By train, it takes 1 hour and 27 minutes to reach Chelmsford from Upminster. If you prefer a combination of bus and train, it takes approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes by taking the Line 370 bus first and then transferring to a train.

The most cost-effective transportation option for traveling from Upminster to Chelmsford is to drive, which takes around 22 minutes and costs £5-£8. However, if time is a priority, the fastest option would be to take a taxi, which also takes 22 minutes but costs £119-£151.

The prices for a train journey between Upminster and Chelmsford range from £11 to £16.

To travel from Upminster to Chelmsford without using public transportation, the most convenient option is to drive. The distance between the two cities is approximately 30.6 km and it takes about 22 minutes by car. The prices for this journey can vary, but they typically range from £5 to £8.

To travel from Upminster to Chelmsford without a car, you can take the Line 370 bus and then transfer to a train. This journey typically takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes.

Yes, there is a link between Upminster and Chelmsford but there is no direct train connection. To travel from Upminster to Chelmsford, you would need to take a train from Upminster to Romford and then transfer to another train to reach Chelmsford. The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes.

There are numerous accommodation options available near Chelmsford. With over 267 hotels to choose from, you will have a variety of options to suit any budget or preference. Prices for hotels in Chelmsford start at £35 per night, offering affordable choices for travelers.

Yes, you can travel from Upminster to Chelmsford by bicycle. The distance between the two cities is approximately 30 km, and it takes around 1 hour and 51 minutes to complete the journey by bike.