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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Harpenden is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Harpenden is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Old Cock Inn via Temp Bus Station and St Peter's Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Harpenden via Liverpool Street station and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Harpenden?

The distance between Chelmsford and Harpenden is 56 miles. The road distance is 44 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £29 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Chelmsford to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Harpenden bus from?

Chelmsford to Harpenden bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Harpenden is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Harpenden bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Harpenden bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Temp Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Harpenden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Harpenden is 44 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Chelmsford to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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Chelmsford to Harpenden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Harpenden by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 Farringdon to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 20m
£29–41
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temp Bus Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to St Peter's Streetbus 724
3h 49m
£2–3
Drive 43.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Harpendencar 43.8 mi
58 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Harpendentaxi 43.8 mi
58 min
£190–230

Chelmsford to Harpenden by train and subway

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56.2 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Harpenden via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Farringdon station, and Farringdon in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Old Cock Inn via Temp Bus Station and St Peter's Street in around 3h 49m.

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