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

The cheapest way to get from Desford to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £21 - £55 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Desford to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Desford and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Desford to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Main Street and arriving at Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Desford and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Desford to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Stansted Airport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Desford to Chelmsford?

The distance between Desford and Chelmsford is 140 miles. The road distance is 120 miles.

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

The best way to get from Desford to Chelmsford without a car is to line 153 bus and train which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Desford to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Desford to Chelmsford bus from?

Desford to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Desford to Chelmsford train from?

Desford to Chelmsford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Desford to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Desford to Chelmsford is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs £21 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £110 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Desford to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Desford to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Desford to Chelmsford train arrive?

Desford to Chelmsford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stansted Airport station.

Can I drive from Desford to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Desford to Chelmsford is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Desford to Chelmsford.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 589+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

Desford to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 153 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 153 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Main Street to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 153
2. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
2h 50m
£68–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
4h 27m
£22–51
Drive 119.3 mi
1. Drive from Desford to Chelmsfordcar 119.3 mi
2h 12m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 42m
£70–104

Desford to Chelmsford by bus, train, and subway

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2h 50mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.3 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Leicester to Stansted Airport hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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