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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Ampthill is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Ampthill is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Ampthill?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Ampthill station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Temp Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Ampthill?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Ampthill. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Flitwick via Liverpool Street station and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Ampthill?

The distance between Chelmsford and Ampthill is 74 miles. The road distance is 54.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Ampthill without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Chelmsford to Ampthill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Ampthill bus from?

Chelmsford to Ampthill bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Ampthill train from?

Chelmsford to Ampthill train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Ampthill?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Ampthill is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Ampthill bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Ampthill bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Temp Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Ampthill train arrive?

Chelmsford to Ampthill train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Ampthill?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Ampthill is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Chelmsford to Ampthill.

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

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Chelmsford to Ampthill - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 351 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Ampthill by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Flitwicktrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 49m
£43–84
Drive 54.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Ampthillcar 54.4 mi
1h 18m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temp Bus Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 737
3h 50m
£20–38
Line 351 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Brentwood stationbus 351
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Farringdon Withouttrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Flitwicktrain
2h 44m
£43–84

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Distance: 73.6 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Ampthill via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Farringdon station, Farringdon, and Flitwick in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Ampthill via Temp Bus Station, Luton Station Interchange, Luton, and Flitwick in around 3h 50m.

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