What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Chelmsford via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Chelmsford is 164 miles. The road distance is 131.9 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford bus from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from Coach Park station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford train from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Long Eaton station.

Train or bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford bus arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford train arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Can I share a ride from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Chelmsford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
3h 17m
£79–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
4h 47m
£23–52
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from East Midlands-EMA to Chelmsfordrideshare 131.2 mi
2h 26m
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsfordcar 131.2 mi
2h 26m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from EMA Departure Building to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Leicester to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 10m
£71–105

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Chelmsford by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 162.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between East Midlands Airport (EMA), England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a bus from EMA Departure Building to Chelmsford via Rail Station Sycamore Road, Long Eaton, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Park to Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Station in around 4h 47m.

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