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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £27 - £45 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Chelmsford via Grantham, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Chelmsford?

The distance between Sleaford and Chelmsford is 155 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Sleaford to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Chelmsford train from?

Sleaford to Chelmsford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Sleaford to Chelmsford train arrive?

Sleaford to Chelmsford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Chelmsford is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Sleaford to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Sleaford to Chelmsford - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Sleaford to Chelmsford by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 39m
£52–99
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sleaford to Chelmsfordcar 114.8 mi
2h 8m
£28–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3h 40m
£56–85

Sleaford to Chelmsford by train and subway

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2h 39mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Chelmsford via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 39m.

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