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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Chelmsford is to bus and line 724 bus which costs £6 - £8 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at County Hotel via Hatfield station and Temp Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Watford station to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Chelmsford via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Watford to Chelmsford?

The distance between Watford and Chelmsford is 51 miles. The road distance is 47.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Chelmsford without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 38m and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Watford to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Chelmsford bus from?

Watford to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Uno, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Chelmsford train from?

Watford to Chelmsford train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Watford station.

Where does the Watford to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Watford to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Uno, arrive at Hatfield station.

Where does the Watford to Chelmsford train arrive?

Watford to Chelmsford train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Watford to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Chelmsford is 48 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Watford to Chelmsford.

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

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Watford to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Watford station to Liverpool Street stationsubway Metropolitan
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 38m
£26–42
Bus, line 724 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Hatfield stationbus 602
2. Take the bus from Hatfield station to Temp Bus Stationbus 724
3. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to County Hotelbus 59
4h 47m
£6–8
Drive 47.3 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Chelmsfordcar 47.3 mi
55 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Chelmsfordtaxi 47.3 mi
55 min
£310–370

Watford to Chelmsford by bus

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Distance: 51 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a bus from High Street to County Hotel via Hatfield station and Temp Bus Station in around 4h 47m.

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