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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Chelmsford is to bus and line 724 bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Bus Station via Hatfield station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Chelmsford via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Chelmsford?

The distance between Harpenden and Chelmsford is 56 miles. The road distance is 44.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £28 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Harpenden to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Chelmsford bus from?

Harpenden to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Uno, depart from Old Cock Inn station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Chelmsford train from?

Harpenden to Chelmsford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £19 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Harpenden to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Harpenden to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Uno, arrive at Hatfield station.

Where does the Harpenden to Chelmsford train arrive?

Harpenden to Chelmsford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Chelmsford is 44 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Harpenden to Chelmsford.

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

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Harpenden to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Harpenden to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 18m
£28–56
Bus, line 724 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Hatfield stationbus 610
2. Take the bus from Hatfield station to Temp Bus Stationbus 724
3. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to County Hotelbus 59
3h 38m
£5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Hatfield stationbus 610
2. Take the bus from Hatfield station to Coach Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3h 19m
£10–19
Drive 44 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Chelmsfordcar 44 mi
59 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harpenden to Chelmsfordtaxi 44 mi
59 min
£290–350

Harpenden to Chelmsford by train and subway

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Distance: 56.2 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Chelmsford via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Bus Station via Hatfield station and Coach Station in around 3h 19m.

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