What is the cheapest way to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford is to line 88 bus and bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Needham Market and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Needham Market to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from The Swan and arriving at Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 via Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Needham Market and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Needham Market to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Needham Market and arriving at Chelmsford via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Needham Market to Chelmsford?

The distance between Needham Market and Chelmsford is 47 miles. The road distance is 46.8 miles.

How do I travel from Needham Market to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £22 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Needham Market to Chelmsford bus from?

Needham Market to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from The Swan station.

Where do I catch the Needham Market to Chelmsford train from?

Needham Market to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Needham Market to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 88 bus and bus, which costs £5 - £10 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Needham Market to Chelmsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Needham Market to Chelmsford train arrive?

Needham Market to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chelmsford station.

Can I drive from Needham Market to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Needham Market to Chelmsford is 47 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Needham Market to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Needham Market to Chelmsford?

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Needham Market to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 88 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Needham Market to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 21m
£22–42
Line 88 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Swan to Old Cattle Market Bus Stationbus 88
2. Take the bus from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop to Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1bus Uk007
3h 19m
£6–9
Drive 46.5 mi
1. Drive from Needham Market to Chelmsfordcar 46.5 mi
48 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Needham Market to Chelmsfordtaxi 46.5 mi
48 min
£300–370

Needham Market to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 47.2 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Needham Market, England and Chelmsford, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Ipswich to Chelmsford hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Swan to Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 via Old Cattle Market Bus Station and Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop in around 3h 19m.

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