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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Swaffham is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Swaffham is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Swaffham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Swaffham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kings Arms via Coach Station, Bus Station and Boots. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Swaffham?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Swaffham. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Kings Lynn via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Swaffham?

The distance between Chelmsford and Swaffham is 118 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Swaffham without a car is to train and line 8 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Chelmsford to Swaffham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Swaffham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Swaffham train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Swaffham?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Swaffham is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Swaffham bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Swaffham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Swaffham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Swaffham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Swaffham is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Chelmsford to Swaffham.

Where can I stay near Swaffham?

There are 605+ hotels available in Swaffham.

Chelmsford to Swaffham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 8 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Norwichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bootsbus 8 / ...
2h 51m
£46–72
Drive 73.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Swaffhamcar 73.6 mi
1h 42m
£19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
3. Take the bus from station forecourt to Market Placebus 67
4h 25m
£29–50
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Kings Lynntrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn
3h 37m
£63–107
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 26m
£19–33

Chelmsford to Swaffham by train and bus

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Distance: 116.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Market Place via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Kings Lynn, and Railway Station in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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