The cheapest and fastest coaches from Romford to Chelmsford
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
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.
To travel from Romford to Chelmsford you need to make at least one change.
XR111300+
LE771900
XR109700+
LE772300
XR110100+
LE772200
XR110900+
LE772000
XR109300+
LE772400
XR111300+
LE771900
XR109700+
LE772300
XR110100+
LE772200
XR110900+
LE772000
XR109300+
LE772400Travel 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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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:19 Romford | 1h20 | 07:39 Chelmsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:06 Romford | 1h34 | 08:40 Chelmsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:03 Romford | 1h19 | 09:22 Chelmsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:23 Romford | 1h30 | 09:53 Chelmsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:23 Romford | 1h25 | 10:48 Chelmsford | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Romford to Chelmsford by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Romford to Chelmsford
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.
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 |
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.

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