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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Cardigan is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Cardigan is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Finch Square A via Coach Station, London Victoria and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Whitland via Stratford, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Cardigan?

The distance between Chelmsford and Cardigan is 293 miles. The road distance is 263.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £220 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Chelmsford to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Cardigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cardigan is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £220 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 55m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Cardigan bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Chelmsford to Cardigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Cardigan is 263 miles. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Chelmsford to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 884+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Cardigan 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 Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Whitlandtrain
6h 40m
£221–355
Drive 261.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Cardigancar 261.9 mi
5h 49m
£65–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus A8 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crownbus 508
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
12h 55m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
8h 14m
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
11h 50m
£137–216

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Distance: 291.5 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Cardigan via Stratford, London Paddington, Swansea, and Whitland in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Finch Square A via Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 12h 55m.

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