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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Northampton is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Northampton is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via Coach Station and London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Northampton via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Northampton?

The distance between Chelmsford and Northampton is 99 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Chelmsford to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Northampton bus from?

Chelmsford to Northampton bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Northampton?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Northampton is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £25 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Northampton bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Northampton bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Northampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Northampton is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Chelmsford to Northampton.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Northampton by train, subway, 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 London Euston to Northamptontrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 7m
£35–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
3. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Northampton Town Centrebus
4h 52m
£15–25
Train, subway, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the subway from Stratford station to Finchley Road stationsubway
3. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Coach Parkbus
3h 21m
£27–38
Drive 79 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Northamptoncar 79 mi
1h 55m
£20–29

Chelmsford to Northampton by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 98.1 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Northampton via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Northampton Town Centre via Coach Station, Finchley Road Station, and London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) in around 4h 52m.

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