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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Melksham is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Melksham is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Bear via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Melksham via Stratford, London Paddington and Chippenham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Melksham?

The distance between Chelmsford and Melksham is 134 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Chelmsford to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Melksham?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Melksham is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Melksham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Melksham is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Chelmsford to Melksham.

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

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

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

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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 Chippenhamtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 35m
£61–121
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 Town Bridgebus 403
6h 12m
£29–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Chippenhambus Uk043
6h
£37–78
Drive 135.1 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Melkshamcar 135.1 mi
2h 48m
£33–48

Chelmsford to Melksham by train

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Distance: 133.6 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Melksham via Stratford, London Paddington, and Chippenham in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Bear via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Town Bridge, and Bus Station in around 6h 12m.

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