🚌 Bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Rettendon
4 direct routes · about 30 min · first bus 06:17, last bus 19:10 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13A | First Essex | ~30 min | 6 | 06:17 | 19:10 | Bus Station (Stand 6) |
| 3 | First Essex | ~24 min | 3 | 09:00 | 17:30 | Bus Station (Stand 2) |
| 13 | First Essex | ~29 min | 3 | 09:55 | 13:55 | Bus Station (Stand 6) |
| 8A | Central Connect | ~15 min | 2 | 10:30 | 13:30 | Retail Market (Stop 2) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Chelmsford City Centre 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 Chelmsford City Centre to Rettendon?
4 routes run directly from Chelmsford City Centre to Rettendon: the 13A (First Essex), the 3 (First Essex), the 13 (First Essex), the 8A (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from Chelmsford City Centre to Rettendon?
Around 30 minutes on the 13A, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Rettendon?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 13A) leaves around 06:17 and the last around 19:10. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Rettendon?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.