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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Tavistock is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Tavistock is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Tavistock?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Tavistock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Tavistock?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Tavistock. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Plymouth via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Tavistock?

The distance between Chelmsford and Tavistock is 277 miles. The road distance is 239.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Tavistock without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Chelmsford to Tavistock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Tavistock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Tavistock train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Tavistock?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Tavistock is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Tavistock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Tavistock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Tavistock?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Tavistock is 239 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Chelmsford to Tavistock.

Where can I stay near Tavistock?

There are 1359+ hotels available in Tavistock.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 13m
£110–206
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 Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
10h 24m
£42–82
Drive 237.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Tavistockcar 237.8 mi
5h 10m
£59–85
Train to London City Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
9h 47m
£267–497
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
8h 8m
£82–162
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
8h 31m
£125–290
Fly London Stansted Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 57 bus, train, line 1 bus
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus
3. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Plymouthtrain
4. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Bus Stationbus
8h 2m
£66–243
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Exeter, train, line 118 bus
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 Okehampton Interchangetrain
4. Take the bus from Okehampton Interchange to Bedford Hotelbus
9h 13m
£222–429

London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT) flights

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Distance: 275.2 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Bus Station via Stratford, London Paddington, Plymouth, and Royal Parade in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 10h 24m.

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