🚌 Bus from Chelmsford to Rettendon
3 direct routes · about 29 min · first bus 09:55, last bus 13:55 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) |
| 13A | First Essex | ~42 min | 1 | 15:53 | 15:53 | Keene Home (o/s) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Chelmsford 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 to Rettendon?
3 routes run directly from Chelmsford to Rettendon: the 13 (First Essex), the 8A (Central Connect), the 13A (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Chelmsford to Rettendon?
Around 29 minutes on the 13, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Chelmsford to Rettendon?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 13) leaves around 09:55 and the last around 13:55. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Chelmsford to Rettendon?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.