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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Chelmsford is to bus and train which costs £40 - £85 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £80 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Golders Green Station and London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Chelmsford via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Manchester to Chelmsford?

The distance between Manchester and Chelmsford is 216 miles. The road distance is 205.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Manchester to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chelmsford bus from?

Manchester to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chelmsford train from?

Manchester to Chelmsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Manchester to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £190 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Manchester to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Manchester to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

Where does the Manchester to Chelmsford train arrive?

Manchester to Chelmsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Chelmsford is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Manchester to Chelmsford.

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

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Manchester to Chelmsford - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
3h 2m
£83–145
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
5h 9m
£40–81
Drive 204.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Chelmsfordcar 204.2 mi
3h 41m
£50–73
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
3h 57m
£86–305
Train via Hinckley
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneatontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 31m
£108–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
6h 14m
£43–101
Fly Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
5h 9m
£46–190
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
6h 7m
£58–158
Fly Manchester Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
5h 30m
£208–383
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
4h 33m
£123–288

Manchester to Chelmsford by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 215.2 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chelmsford via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station via Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 6h 14m.

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