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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Dawlish is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Dawlish is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £95 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lanherne via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Dawlish via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Dawlish?

The distance between Chelmsford and Dawlish is 220 miles. The road distance is 214.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Chelmsford to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dawlish is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dawlish bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Dawlish bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dawlish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Dawlish is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Chelmsford to Dawlish.

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

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 11m
£98–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
8h 59m
£44–107
Drive 213 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Dawlishcar 213 mi
4h 26m
£52–75
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
6h 22m
£121–259
Train via London
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 40m
£95–223
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 42m
£194–442
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
7h 27m
£241–500

Chelmsford to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 218.7 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Dawlish via Stratford, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Lanherne via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 8h 59m.

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