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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chelmsford to London
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chelmsford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to London will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Chelmsford for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chelmsford to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 48 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chelmsford to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to London coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 05:20 Chelmsford | 1h08 | 06:28 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:27 Chelmsford | 1h09 | 07:36 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:07 Chelmsford | 1h14 | 09:21 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chelmsford to London
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Buses from Chelmsford to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 8m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Buses from Chelmsford to London
National Express runs several buses a day from Chelmsford to London. The fastest journey takes just over 2 hours. Some journeys can take over 3 hours in some cases. The earliest bus leaves Chelmsford around 7:30 a.m. getting into London just before 10:00 a.m. National Express runs roughly 3 services a day, including at the weekends. The latest bus leaves Chelmsford around 4:30 p.m, arriving into London just before 6:30 p.m. The journey is direct with no changes and departs from Chelmsford Bus Station in the town centre, arriving at London Victoria Coach Station, a main National Express hub.
Taking the Bus from Chelmsford
Buses from Chelmsford to London usually set out from Chelmsford Bus and Coach Station, which is located on Duke Street. The station is centrally located, and well-served by local and national transport services. Along the same road is Chelmsford Rail Station. Local buses operate frequent services to the coach station. There are also limited night bus services, or travellers may opt to reach the coach station via taxi.
Getting into London by Bus
London, the UK’s capital and largest city, is home to world-class shops, evening entertainment venues, eateries and historic monuments. Top attractions include the statue of Eros, the London Eye, and the fascinating exhibits at the Natural History Museum. Buses from Chelmsford to London usually arrive at London Victoria Coach Station. For onward travel, there are local bus services, including route numbers C1, 22, 211 and 239. There is also the Victoria underground and rail station, which is only 300 metres from the station. Taxi ranks are situated just across the road from the station.
FAQs: Chelmsford to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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