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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £65 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Golders Green Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Chelmsford via Preston, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Chelmsford?

The distance between Blackpool and Chelmsford is 259 miles. The road distance is 246.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Blackpool to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Chelmsford bus from?

Blackpool to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Chelmsford train from?

Blackpool to Chelmsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Blackpool to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Blackpool to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Chelmsford train arrive?

Blackpool to Chelmsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Chelmsford is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Blackpool to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Chelmsford?

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Blackpool to Chelmsford - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Blackpool to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
3h 52m
£67–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus 540 / ...
3. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
8h 34m
£41–76
Drive 245.1 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Chelmsfordcar 245.1 mi
4h 47m
£61–88
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
5h 24m
£103–309
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Stansted Airporttrain
8h 24m
£108–167
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
6h 25m
£66–172
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
6h 24m
£71–238
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
6h 52m
£93–243

Blackpool to Chelmsford by train, subway, and foot

225Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.7 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Chelmsford via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Golders Green Station, and Coach Station in around 8h 34m.

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