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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Penzance is to train and bus which costs £60 - £120 and takes 10h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Penzance is to fly and train which takes 5h 58m and costs £55 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Penzance via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Penzance?

The distance between Chelmsford and Penzance is 318 miles. The road distance is 313.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 10h 3m and costs £140 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Chelmsford to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Penzance bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Penzance train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Penzance?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Penzance is to train which takes 10h 3m and costs £140 - £300. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £35 - £180 and takes 9h 25m, you could also bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Penzance is 314 miles. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Chelmsford to Penzance.

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

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Where can I stay near Penzance?

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

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

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Fly London Stansted Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
best
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
2. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
5h 58m
£59–231
Fly London Stansted Airport to Land'S End Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Land'S End Airport (LEQ)plane STN - LEQ
9h 25m
£35–176
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 Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance
10h 3m
£148–294
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49
10h 36m
£62–117
Drive 311.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Penzancecar 311.8 mi
6h 6m
£76–110
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
8h 41m
£184–425
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport
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 Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LGW - NQY
4. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
6h 46m
£106–283
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
11h 40m
£67–168

Chelmsford to Penzance by train

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Distance: 315.9 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Penzance via Stratford and London Paddington in around 10h 3m. Alternatively, Ryanair UK, Astro Air International Inc, and Ryanair fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Land'S End Airport (LEQ) 6 times a week.

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