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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Chelmsford via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Guildford to Chelmsford?

The distance between Guildford and Chelmsford is 64 miles. The road distance is 64.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Guildford to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Chelmsford train from?

Guildford to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Where does the Guildford to Chelmsford train arrive?

Guildford to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Chelmsford is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Guildford to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 591+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

Guildford to Chelmsford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 351 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Guildford to Chelmsford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h
£28–46
Drive 63.7 mi
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1. Drive from Guildford to Chelmsfordcar 63.7 mi
1h 44m
£16–23
Bus, train, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra2
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Chelmsford stationbus 351
3h 54m
£33–61

Guildford to Chelmsford by train and subway

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Distance: 64 mi
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Chelmsford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h.

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