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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Padstow is to bus which costs £45 - £95 and takes 12h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Padstow is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs £45 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at New Street via Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Padstow?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Stratford, London Paddington and Totnes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Padstow?

The distance between Chelmsford and Padstow is 305 miles. The road distance is 280.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Padstow without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £200 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Chelmsford to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Padstow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Padstow train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Padstow?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Padstow is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £200 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 12h 21m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £260 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Padstow bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Padstow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Padstow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Padstow is 280 miles. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Chelmsford to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 2999+ hotels available in Padstow.

Chelmsford to Padstow - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chelmsford to Padstow by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Totnestrain
3. Take the train from Totnes to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
6h 54m
£203–332
Fly from London Stansted Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
5h 1m
£45–256
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 805
12h 21m
£49–91
Drive 278.6 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Padstowcar 278.6 mi
5h 43m
£71–102
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
9h 52m
£110–217
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
10h 43m
£121–225
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
7h 31m
£152–487
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LCY - NQY
7h 39m
£307–675

Chelmsford to Padstow by bus

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Distance: 303.6 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Padstow via Stratford, London Paddington, Totnes, and Bodmin Parkway in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to New Street via Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 12h 21m.

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