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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Lincoln is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Lincoln is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Lincoln Central via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Lincoln?

The distance between Chelmsford and Lincoln is 169 miles. The road distance is 134.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Chelmsford to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Lincoln bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Lincoln is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Lincoln bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Lincoln train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Lincoln is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Chelmsford to Lincoln.

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

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

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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 King's Cross to Lincoln Centraltrain London Kings Cross - Lincoln Central
3h 30m
£61–89
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 Rail Station Car Parkbus 151
6h 25m
£25–43
Drive 133.4 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Lincolncar 133.4 mi
2h 27m
£33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Lincoln Centraltrain
4h 39m
£51–88

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Lincoln Central via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rail Station Car Park via Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 6h 25m.

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