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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Chelmsford?

The distance between Cheltenham and Chelmsford is 155 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Chelmsford without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 57m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Cheltenham to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Chelmsford bus from?

Cheltenham to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Chelmsford train from?

Cheltenham to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Chelmsford is to train via London which takes 2h 57m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Chelmsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Chelmsford train arrive?

Cheltenham to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Chelmsford is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cheltenham to Chelmsford.

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

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Cheltenham to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Chelmsford by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 57m
£72–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 2m
£30–71
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Chelmsfordcar 129.4 mi
2h 30m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 4m
£116–160

Cheltenham to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 154.1 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 5h 2m.

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