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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Torquay is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Tesco via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Newton Abbot via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Torquay?

The distance between Chelmsford and Torquay is 236 miles. The road distance is 225.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Chelmsford to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Torquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Torquay?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Torquay is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Chelmsford to Torquay.

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

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Chelmsford to Torquay - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Chelmsford to Torquay 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 Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 40m
£106–208
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 Rail Stationbus 501
8h 52m
£44–111
Drive 223.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Torquaycar 223.8 mi
4h 33m
£55–79
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
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 Torquaytrain
7h 7m
£201–454
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
6h 4m
£102–235
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
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
6h 46m
£128–262
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
7h 51m
£248–502

Chelmsford to Torquay by train and bus

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.6 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Cary Parade via Stratford, London Paddington, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Tesco via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 8h 52m.

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