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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Paddington is to bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Paddington is to train which takes 53 min and costs £18 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Paddington Station via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at London Paddington via Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Paddington?

The distance between Chelmsford and Paddington is 34 miles. The road distance is 35.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Paddington without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Chelmsford to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Paddington?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Paddington is to train which takes 53 min and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Paddington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Paddington is 36 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Chelmsford to Paddington.

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

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Chelmsford to Paddington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Paddington by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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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 Stratford to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
53 min
£18–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Paddington Stationbus A6
2h 46m
£8–15
Drive 35.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Paddingtoncar 35.7 mi
1h 3m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Paddingtontaxi 35.7 mi
1h 3m
£150–190
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the subway from Liverpool Street station to Paddingtonsubway Hammersmith & City / ...
56 min
£17–25

Chelmsford to Paddington by train

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Distance: 34.1 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to London Paddington via Stratford in around 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Paddington Station via Coach Station in around 2h 46m.

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