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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Bolton is to train and bus which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Bolton via Moorgate station, London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Bolton?

The distance between Chelmsford and Bolton is 228 miles. The road distance is 211.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Chelmsford to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bolton train from?

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

Train or fly from Chelmsford to Bolton?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Bolton is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Chelmsford to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3595+ hotels available in Bolton.

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

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

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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 London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 51m
£79–131
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
7h 26m
£44–64
Drive 210.6 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Boltoncar 210.6 mi
4h 13m
£52–75
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 21m
£90–307
Train via Hinckley
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Nuneatontrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 48m
£94–150
Fly London Stansted Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
5h 44m
£53–156
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 48m
£230–415
Fly London Stansted Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 33m
£59–171

Chelmsford to Bolton by train, foot, and subway

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Bolton via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, Ryanair UK, Ryanair, and easyJet fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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