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

The cheapest way to get from Newbury to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newbury to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £40 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Newbury and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Newbury to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Park Way and arriving at Bus Station via Reading RailAir, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Newbury and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Newbury to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Newbury and arriving at Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Newbury to Chelmsford?

The distance between Newbury and Chelmsford is 87 miles. The road distance is 95.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newbury to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Newbury to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newbury to Chelmsford bus from?

Newbury to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Reading Buses, depart from Park Way station.

Where do I catch the Newbury to Chelmsford train from?

Newbury to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newbury station.

Train or bus from Newbury to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Newbury to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Newbury to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Newbury to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Reading Buses, arrive at Station Road.

Where does the Newbury to Chelmsford train arrive?

Newbury to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Newbury to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Newbury to Chelmsford is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Newbury to Chelmsford.

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

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Newbury to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Newbury to Chelmsford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newbury to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Stratfordtrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
1h 50m
£42–80
Drive 95.3 mi
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1. Drive from Newbury to Chelmsfordcar 95.3 mi
2h 3m
£24–34
Line 1 bus, train, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Station Roadbus 1
2. Take the train from Reading to Bond Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Bond Street Station to Brentwoodtrain
4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Chelmsford stationbus 351
4h 24m
£45–90
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Park Way to Station Roadbus 1
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 6m
£41–65

Newbury to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 86.7 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Newbury, West Berkshire, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Newbury to Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Way to Bus Station via Station Road, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 5h 6m.

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