🚌 Bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Writtle
3 direct routes · about 13 min · first bus 05:36, last bus 21:44 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C5 | First Essex | ~13 min | 60 | 05:36 | 21:44 | Bus Station (Stand 8) |
| 46 | First Essex | ~14 min | 6 | 08:25 | 18:10 | Bus Station (Stand 6) |
| 46 | Central Connect | ~13 min | 2 | 19:15 | 21:15 | Bus Station (Stand 6) |
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 Writtle?
3 routes run directly from Chelmsford City Centre to Writtle: the C5 (First Essex), the 46 (First Essex), the 46 (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from Chelmsford City Centre to Writtle?
Around 13 minutes on the C5, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Writtle?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the C5) leaves around 05:36 and the last around 21:44. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Writtle?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.