Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Rayleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

11.9 miles 19.1 km · straight line
15.4 miles estimated 24.8 km · driving distance
19min estimated drive time
£2 - £3 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
151° SSE bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Rayleigh?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Rayleigh is 11.9 miles (19.1 km) as the crow flies. Rayleigh is located SSE of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 15.4 miles, taking about 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chelmsford, United Kingdom and Rayleigh. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Rayleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19min £2 - £3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Rayleigh

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
Rayleigh
51.59°N, 0.60°E
Europe/London
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients