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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station and Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Ilkeston?

The distance between Chelmsford and Ilkeston is 160 miles. The road distance is 135.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Ilkeston without a car is to train and line 15 bus which takes 3h 34m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Chelmsford to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Ilkeston bus from?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Ilkeston is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Chelmsford to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2074+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

Chelmsford to Ilkeston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Ilkeston by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 15 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Long Eatontrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Health Centrebus 15
3h 34m
£69–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 43m
£23–42
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Ilkestoncar 134.7 mi
2h 41m
£34–49
Bus, train, line 15 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Long Eatontrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Market Placebus 15
5h 33m
£64–103
Bus, line 15 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Parkbus Sky
3. Take the bus from Coach Park to Market Placebus 15
6h 17m
£25–41

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Distance: 159 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Market Place via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Burton Street in around 5h 43m.

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