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

The cheapest way to get from Ludlow to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ludlow to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ludlow and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Ludlow to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Ludlow Fish Bar and arriving at Bus Station via Kidderminster Bus Station, Bromsgrove Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ludlow and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Ludlow and arriving at Chelmsford via Newport (S Wales), London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Ludlow to Chelmsford?

The distance between Ludlow and Chelmsford is 235 miles. The road distance is 175.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ludlow to Chelmsford without a car is to train via Newport which takes 4h 26m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Ludlow to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Chelmsford bus from?

Ludlow to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Diamond Bus Ltd, depart from Ludlow Fish Bar station.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Chelmsford train from?

Ludlow to Chelmsford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.

Train or bus from Ludlow to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Ludlow to Chelmsford is to train via Newport which takes 4h 26m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Ludlow to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Ludlow to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Diamond Bus Ltd, arrive at Kidderminster Bus Station.

Where does the Ludlow to Chelmsford train arrive?

Ludlow to Chelmsford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Ludlow to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ludlow to Chelmsford is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Ludlow to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
4h 26m
£96–168
Drive 174.7 mi
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1. Drive from Ludlow to Chelmsfordcar 174.7 mi
3h 21m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Kidderminster Bus Stationbus 292
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 777
9h 18m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Kidderminster Bus Stationbus 292
2. Take the train from Kidderminster to Dorridgetrain
3. Take the train from Dorridge to London Marylebonetrain
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
6h 8m
Train
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain
6h 35m
£93–163

Ludlow to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 233.5 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Ludlow to Chelmsford via Newport (S Wales), London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Bus Station via Kidderminster Bus Station, Bromsgrove Bus Station, New Street Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Coach Station in around 9h 18m.

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