Romford to Chelmsford bus

Fri 20 Mar
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Romford to Chelmsford

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

1 h 23 m

Average duration

1 h 23 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Romford to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Romford to Chelmsford will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

To travel from Romford to Chelmsford you need to make at least one change.

Tfl RailXR111300+Abellio Greater AngliaLE771900
09:221h23
Romford station (RMF)
10:45Chelmsford station (CHM)
£71One-way
1 change
Tfl RailXR109700+Abellio Greater AngliaLE772300
08:221h23
Romford station (RMF)
09:45Chelmsford station (CHM)
£71One-way
1 change
Tfl RailXR110100+Abellio Greater AngliaLE772200
08:371h23
Romford station (RMF)
10:00Chelmsford station (CHM)
£71One-way
1 change
Tfl RailXR110900+Abellio Greater AngliaLE772000
09:071h23
Romford station (RMF)
10:30Chelmsford station (CHM)
£71One-way
1 change
Tfl RailXR109300+Abellio Greater AngliaLE772400
08:071h23
Romford station (RMF)
09:30Chelmsford station (CHM)
£71One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Romford to Chelmsford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £7.

Distance: 26 km

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Most popular
Train

£10

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 24m

Average total duration

54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

53m

Average total duration

Fastest

23m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Romford to Chelmsford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Romford to Chelmsford coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Stagecoach London06:19 Romford
1h20
07:39 Chelmsford1 change
Stagecoach London07:06 Romford
1h34
08:40 Chelmsford1 change
Stagecoach London08:03 Romford
1h19
09:22 Chelmsford1 change
Stagecoach London08:23 Romford
1h30
09:53 Chelmsford1 change
Stagecoach London09:23 Romford
1h25
10:48 Chelmsford1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Romford to Chelmsford

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Buses from Romford to Chelmsford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:33, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 26 km distance in 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £5
Distance
26 km
Average bus duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
51m
First bus
00:33
Last bus
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £5

FAQs: Romford to Chelmsford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford to Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Romford to Chelmsford can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Romford to Chelmsford is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Romford to Chelmsford is 51m to travel the 26 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Romford to Chelmsford leaves at 0:33. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Romford to Chelmsford leaves at 23:57.
A day trip to Chelmsford from Romford is worth doing with a journey time of 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Romford to Chelmsford is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Romford and Chelmsford including taking a train and coach.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Romford to Chelmsford.
No, the coach from Romford to Chelmsford has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Romford to Chelmsford.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Romford to Chelmsford.
No, luggage for the coach from Romford to Chelmsford needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Romford to Chelmsford.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Romford to Chelmsford.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Romford to Chelmsford.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Romford to Chelmsford.

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