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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £80 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Wales to Chelmsford?

The distance between Wales and Chelmsford is 179 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Wales to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Chelmsford bus from?

Wales to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Wales to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Wales to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Wales to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Chelmsford is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Wales to Chelmsford.

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

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Wales to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 49m
£83–158
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 10m
£38–89
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
5h 36m
£47–87
Drive 185.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chelmsfordcar 185.8 mi
3h 33m
£46–66

Wales to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Wales and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 10m.

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