What is the cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Stansted Airport and arriving at Chelmsford via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford?

The distance between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Chelmsford is 20 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

How do I travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford without a car is to bus which takes 38 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford?

The bus from Coach Station to Bus Station takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford bus from?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford train from?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford train services, operated by Stansted Express, depart from Stansted Airport station.

Train or bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford is to bus which takes 38 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford bus arrive?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford train arrive?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford train services, operated by Stansted Express, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford?

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Can I share a ride from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
38 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to London Liverpool Streettrain Stansted Express
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 27m
£32–58
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Stansted-STN to Chelmsfordrideshare 18.8 mi
27 min
Drive 18.8 mi
1. Drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsfordcar 18.8 mi
27 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsfordtaxi 18.8 mi
27 min
£120–150

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Chelmsford by bus

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Distance: 19.5 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between London Stansted Airport (STN), England and Chelmsford, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stansted Airport to Chelmsford via London Liverpool Street in around 1h 27m.

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