What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Bishop's Stortford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Dane Street. Services depart three times a day, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Bishop's Stortford?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Bishops Stortford via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford?

The distance between Chelmsford and Bishop's Stortford is 26 miles. The road distance is 19.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford without a car is to bus via Coach Station which takes 1h 14m and costs £5 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford bus from?

Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford train from?

Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford is to bus via Coach Station which takes 1h 14m and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford train arrive?

Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford is 19 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford?

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Where can I stay near Bishop's Stortford?

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Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via Coach Station
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
1h 14m
£5–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dane Streetbus 42A
1h 15m
£2–4
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Bishops Stortfordtrain Stansted Express
1h 20m
£28–53
Drive 19.2 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortfordcar 19.2 mi
29 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortfordtaxi 19.2 mi
29 min
£120–160
Bus, line 510 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to The Causewaybus 510 / ...
1h 28m
£3–6

Chelmsford to Bishop's Stortford by bus and train

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Distance: 25.8 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Bishop's Stortford, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Coach Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Bishops Stortford via London Liverpool Street in around 1h 20m.

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