How to get from Harold Hill to Chelmsford by bus and train?

From Harold Hill to Chelmsford by bus and train

To get from Harold Hill to Chelmsford in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 496 bus from Colchester Road (HS) station to Harold Wood Station (B) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Shenfield station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min.

48min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 496496
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Colchester Road (HS)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Colchester Road (HS)
    ID HS
    620 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 496496
    Wait for bus
    496
    Harold Wood Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harold Wood Station (B)
    ID B
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Harold Wood
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shenfield
    10 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Clacton-On-Sea
  • 8
    Ride to train station Chelmsford
    Ride to train station
    Chelmsford
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Harold Hill to Chelmsford by bus and train via 498, ELIZABETH and GREATER ANGLIA

To get from Harold Hill to Chelmsford in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 498 bus from Maylands Way station to Romford (T) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Shenfield station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min.

57min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 498498
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Maylands Way
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maylands Way
    ID SK
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 498498
    Wait for bus
    498
    Romford, Queen's Hospital
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Romford (T)
    ID T
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Romford
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shenfield
    16 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Colchester Town
  • 8
    Ride to train station Chelmsford
    Ride to train station
    Chelmsford
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Harold Hill to Chelmsford
The distance between Harold Hill, London and Chelmsford, London is approximately 16.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harold Hill to Chelmsford by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Harold Hill

Harold Hill is located at Harold Hill, London and the nearest public transport station is Maylands Way.

Bus stations close to Harold Hill:

  • Maylands Way
  • Maylands Way, Harold Park
  • Colchester Road (HT)
Public transport stations close to Chelmsford, London

Chelmsford is located at Chelmsford, London and the nearest public transport station is Railway Station, Chelmsford City Centre.

Bus stations close to Chelmsford:

  • Railway Station, Chelmsford City Centre
  • Chelmsford
  • Station, Chelmsford City Centre
Related Routes

Alternative route from Harold Hill to Chelmsford by bus and train via 498, ELIZABETH and GREATER ANGLIA

To get from Harold Hill to Chelmsford in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 498 bus from Maylands Way station to Romford (T) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Shenfield station to Chelmsford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min.

57min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 498498
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Maylands Way
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maylands Way
    ID SK
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 498498
    Wait for bus
    498
    Romford, Queen's Hospital
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Romford (T)
    ID T
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Romford
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shenfield
    16 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Colchester Town
  • 8
    Ride to train station Chelmsford
    Ride to train station
    Chelmsford
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harold Hill to Chelmsford?

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 496, Bus line ELIZABETH, Bus line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Harold Hill to Chelmsford?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line 498, Bus line ELIZABETH, Bus line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct bus between Harold Hill and Chelmsford in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Harold Hill to Chelmsford in London?

    The 496 bus line goes from Colchester Road (HS) station near Harold Hill to Harold Wood Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Harold Wood Station station near Chelmsford in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Harold Hill to Chelmsford in London by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Harold Hill and Chelmsford in London by bus and train is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Harold Hill to get to Chelmsford in London?

    Get on the 496 bus from the Colchester Road (HS) stop near Harold Hill in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Harold Hill and Chelmsford in London?

    Get off the bus at the Harold Wood Station station, which is closest to Chelmsford in London.

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