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

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

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 train between Watford and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Chelmsford via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Watford to Chelmsford?

The distance between Watford and Chelmsford is 50 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 train which takes 1h 18m and costs £21 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Watford to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Chelmsford train from?

Watford to Chelmsford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where does the Watford to Chelmsford train arrive?

Watford to Chelmsford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston 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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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 593+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford to Chelmsford by train, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 18m
£21–75
Drive 47.3 mi
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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
Subway, train
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
£33–95

Watford to Chelmsford by train, subway, and foot

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49.9 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Chelmsford via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 18m.

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