🚌 Bus from Althorne to Chelmsford City Centre
2 direct routes · about 60 min · first bus 08:50, last bus 23:50 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 331 | First Essex | ~60 min | 13 | 08:50 | 23:50 | Post Office (o/s) |
| 31 | First Essex | ~66 min | 9 | 06:06 | 21:16 | Post Office (o/s) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Althorne on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Althorne to Chelmsford City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Althorne to Chelmsford City Centre: the 331 (First Essex), the 31 (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Althorne to Chelmsford City Centre?
Around 60 minutes on the 331, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Althorne to Chelmsford City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 331) leaves around 08:50 and the last around 23:50. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Althorne to Chelmsford City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.