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

The cheapest way to get from Leiston to Chelmsford is to bus and line 717 bus and line 371 bus which costs £8 - £18 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leiston to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Leiston and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Leiston to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Library and arriving at Retail Market via Cardinal Park Cinema and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Leiston and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Leiston to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Saxmundham and arriving at Chelmsford via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Leiston to Chelmsford?

The distance between Leiston and Chelmsford is 66 miles. The road distance is 66.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leiston to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Leiston to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leiston to Chelmsford bus from?

Leiston to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Library station.

Where do I catch the Leiston to Chelmsford train from?

Leiston to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Saxmundham station.

Train or bus from Leiston to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Leiston to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 717 bus and line 371 bus, which costs £8 - £18 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Leiston to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Leiston to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Old Cattle Market Bus Station.

Where does the Leiston to Chelmsford train arrive?

Leiston to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Leiston to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leiston to Chelmsford is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Leiston to Chelmsford.

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

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Leiston to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 717 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saxmundham to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 56m
£40–69
Bus, line 717 bus, line 371 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Library to Old Cattle Market Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Railway Stationbus 717
3. Take the bus from Post Office to Retail Marketbus 371 / ...
4h 11m
£9–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Library to Tower Ramparts Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 52m
£22–40
Drive 65.8 mi
1. Drive from Leiston to Chelmsfordcar 65.8 mi
1h 16m
£16–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Library to Old Cattle Market Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Groves Closebus 93 / ...
4h 17m

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Distance: 65.5 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a vehicle from Leiston to Chelmsford via Saxmundham and Ipswich in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library to Retail Market via Old Cattle Market Bus Station, Cardinal Park Cinema, Railway Station, and Post Office in around 4h 11m.

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