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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Bideford is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Bideford is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Bideford?

The distance between Chelmsford and Bideford is 256 miles. The road distance is 236.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Chelmsford to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bideford bus from?

Chelmsford to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Bideford?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bideford bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bideford train arrive?

Chelmsford to Bideford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Bideford is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Chelmsford to Bideford.

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

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Chelmsford to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 8m
£106–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
9h 51m
£40–73
Drive 235 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Bidefordcar 235 mi
4h 57m
£58–84
Train via London
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 45m
£95–187

Chelmsford to Bideford by train and bus

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6h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.1 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Brunswick Wharf via Stratford, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 51m.

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