What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden is to bus and line 316 bus which costs £13 - £29 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at East Street via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Audley End via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Saffron Walden?

The distance between Heathrow and Saffron Walden is 64 miles. The road distance is 66.7 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to Saffron Walden without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Saffron Walden bus from?

Heathrow to Saffron Walden bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Saffron Walden train from?

Heathrow to Saffron Walden train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Saffron Walden?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 316 bus, which costs £13 - £29 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Heathrow to Saffron Walden bus arrive?

Heathrow to Saffron Walden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Heathrow to Saffron Walden train arrive?

Heathrow to Saffron Walden train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Saffron Walden?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Saffron Walden is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Heathrow to Saffron Walden.

Where can I stay near Saffron Walden?

There are 876+ hotels available in Saffron Walden.

Heathrow to Saffron Walden - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 316 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Heathrow to Saffron Walden by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Audley Endtrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 31m
£36–70
Bus, line 316 bus
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1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to East Streetbus 316 / ...
2h 42m
£13–28
Drive 66.3 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Saffron Waldencar 66.3 mi
1h 17m
£17–24

Heathrow to Saffron Walden by train, foot, and bus

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Saffron Walden, England?

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to East Street via Liverpool Street Station, London Liverpool Street, Audley End, and Railway Station in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Street via Coach Station in around 2h 42m.

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