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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to York is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to York is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and York?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to York. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at York via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to York?

The distance between Chelmsford and York is 221 miles. The road distance is 198 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to York without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Chelmsford to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to York train from?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to York is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Chelmsford to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

There are 1946+ hotels available in York.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Chelmsford to York by train, car, plane, or bus

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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 King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 43m
£65–125
Drive 196.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Yorkcar 196.9 mi
3h 27m
£49–70
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
5h 53m
£110–347
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Yorktrain
4h 44m
£67–113
Fly London Stansted Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane STN - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Yorktrain
7h 29m
£62–135
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
5h 9m
£102–361
Train to London City Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LCY - LBA
3. Take the train from Leeds to Yorktrain
6h 38m
£264–697

Chelmsford to York by train and subway

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Distance: 219.4 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to York via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 43m.

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