What is the cheapest way to get from Ashbourne to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Ashbourne to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £27 - £80 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ashbourne and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashbourne station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Ashbourne to Chelmsford?

The distance between Ashbourne and Chelmsford is 176 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ashbourne to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Ashbourne to Chelmsford without a car is to bus and train via London which takes 4h 3m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Ashbourne to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Ashbourne to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashbourne to Chelmsford bus from?

Ashbourne to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Ashbourne to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Ashbourne to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ashbourne to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashbourne to Chelmsford is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Ashbourne to Chelmsford.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 588+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

Ashbourne to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashbourne to Chelmsford by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via London
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Morledgebus Sw
2. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
4h 3m
£81–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
6h 53m
£28–76
Drive 153.8 mi
1. Drive from Ashbourne to Chelmsfordcar 153.8 mi
3h 3m
£38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sw
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 1C / ...
3. Take the train from Derby to Leicestertrain
4. Take the train from Leicester to Stansted Airporttrain
5. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
6h 48m
£82–124
Bus, train via London #2
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk004 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
6h 56m
£37–67

Ashbourne to Chelmsford by bus, train, and subway

199Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Ashbourne, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 6h 53m.

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