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 - £90 and takes 11h 3m.

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 4h 29m and costs £50 - £230.

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 Central Bus Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

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 station, London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Padstow?

The distance between Chelmsford and Padstow is 285 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 via Exeter which takes 9h 22m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m 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 fly which takes 4h 29m and costs £50 - £230. Alternatively, you can train via Exeter, which costs £110 - £230 and takes 9h 22m, you could also bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 11h 3m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Padstow bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Padstow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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 3039+ hotels available in Padstow.

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There are 7 ways to get from Chelmsford to Padstow by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly London Stansted Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport
best
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
4h 29m
£50–226
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 Dennison Road Car Parkbus 406 / ...
11h 3m
£48–86
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 22m
£110–227
Drive 278.6 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Padstowcar 278.6 mi
5h 43m
£70–101
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport
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 32m
£152–437
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Exeter
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 Bodmin Parkwaytrain
9h 52m
£147–321
Train
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 14m
£121–225

Chelmsford to Padstow by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 283.6 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

Ryanair UK flies from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to New Street via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Exeter St Davids, Bodmin Parkway, and Bodmin Parkway Station in around 9h 22m.

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