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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Rushden is to bus via Cambridge which costs £12 - £25 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Rushden is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Rushden?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Rushden. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby via Coach Station, Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Rushden?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Rushden. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Wellingborough via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Rushden?

The distance between Chelmsford and Rushden is 102 miles. The road distance is 71.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Rushden without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Chelmsford to Rushden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Rushden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Rushden train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Rushden?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Rushden is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Cambridge, which costs £12 - £25 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Rushden bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Rushden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Rushden train arrive?

Chelmsford to Rushden train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Rushden?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Rushden is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Chelmsford to Rushden.

Where can I stay near Rushden?

There are 934+ hotels available in Rushden.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Rushden by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Wellingboroughtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
3h 7m
£46–83
Bus via Cambridge
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
5h 8m
£12–25
Drive 71 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Rushdencar 71 mi
1h 41m
£18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Mk1
6h
£12–24
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Mk1
6h 13m
£15–31

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Distance: 101.1 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Rushden, Northamptonshire, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Adnitt Road via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Wellingborough, and Rail Station Forecourt in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby via Coach Station, Parkside, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 8m.

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