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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Bolton is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 17m.

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 50m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

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 50m.

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 50m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Chelmsford to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bolton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bolton train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Bolton?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 17m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £170 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bolton bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

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?

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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 50m
£79–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
8h 17m
£31–51
Drive 210.6 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Boltoncar 210.6 mi
4h 13m
£53–76
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 11m
£90–287
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
9h 29m
£35–62
Fly London Stansted Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
5h 38m
£53–166
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 50m
£220–345
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 15m
£59–162

Chelmsford to Bolton by train, foot, and subway

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Shiffnall Street via Coach Station, Finchley Road Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 8h 17m.

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