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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Cumbria is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Cumbria is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Cumbria?

The distance between Chelmsford and Cumbria is 320 miles. The road distance is 287.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Chelmsford to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Cumbria train from?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Cumbria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Cumbria is 287 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Chelmsford to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 854+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Chelmsford to Cumbria - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chelmsford to Cumbria by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 1m
£114–177
Fly London Stansted Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane STN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 3m
£62–186
Drive 285.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Cumbriacar 285.7 mi
4h 51m
£71–102
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
11h 10m
£125–186
Fly London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 19m
£65–191
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 18m
£132–380
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
8h 6m
£105–342

Chelmsford to Cumbria by train, foot, subway, and bus

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6h 1mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Cumbria.

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Distance: 317.9 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Ullswater Steamer Pier via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 1m.

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