What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Lyme Regis?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Lyme Regis. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Square via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, South Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Lyme Regis?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Axminster via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis?

The distance between Chelmsford and Lyme Regis is 185 miles. The road distance is 186 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Lyme Regis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Lyme Regis train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Lyme Regis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Lyme Regis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Lyme Regis is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis.

Where can I stay near Lyme Regis?

There are 1631+ hotels available in Lyme Regis.

Chelmsford to Lyme Regis - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chelmsford to Lyme Regis 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 Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 7m
£69–137
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 South Stationbus 035
8h 49m
£33–61
Drive 184.9 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Lyme Regiscar 184.9 mi
3h 57m
£46–66
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
8h 9m
£268–649
Train via Weymouth
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 2m
£72–142
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
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
7h 48m
£126–332

London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT) flights

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Distance: 184.3 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Lyme Regis, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Co-op Store via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Square via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, South Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 49m.

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