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 £50 - £140 and takes 11h 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 11h 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 18m.

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 18m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m 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 18m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 11h 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 1407+ hotels available in Tavistock.

Chelmsford to Tavistock - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 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 18m
£120–229
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 / ...
11h 24m
£54–133
Drive 237.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Tavistockcar 237.8 mi
5h 10m
£59–85
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
9h 22m
£127–291
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 48m
£88–210
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
10h 24m
£248–512

Chelmsford to Tavistock by train, foot, and bus

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6h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 275.2 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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 18m. 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 11h 24m.

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