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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Paignton is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Paignton is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Great Western Road via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Paignton via Stratford station, London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Paignton?

The distance between Chelmsford and Paignton is 239 miles. The road distance is 226.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Paignton without a car is to train and line 12 bus which takes 5h 10m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Chelmsford to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Paignton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Paignton?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Paignton is to bus which takes 8h 23m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £190 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Paignton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Paignton is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Chelmsford to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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Chelmsford to Paignton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 12 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chelmsford to Paignton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 12 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 12
5h 10m
£100–186
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 Great Western Roadbus 501
8h 23m
£37–67
Drive 225.6 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Paigntoncar 225.6 mi
4h 36m
£56–81
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
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 Paigntontrain
6h 57m
£125–280
Train
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 Paigntontrain
6h 27m
£88–186
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
8h 23m
£222–449

Chelmsford to Paignton by train and bus

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Distance: 238 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Great Western Road via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Paignton via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 27m.

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