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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chelmsford is to train via London which takes 2h 55m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - North Road and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff 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 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chelmsford?

The distance between Cardiff and Chelmsford is 179 miles. The road distance is 183.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chelmsford without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 55m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Cardiff to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chelmsford bus from?

Cardiff to Chelmsford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chelmsford is to train via London which takes 2h 55m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chelmsford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chelmsford is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Cardiff to Chelmsford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
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 55m
£79–139
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 47m
£27–44
Drive 182.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chelmsfordcar 182.2 mi
3h 42m
£46–66
Train, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
6h 39m
£77–214
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stansted Airporttrain Cardiff Central - Stansted Airport
6h 40m
£119–175
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
6h 48m
£269–373

Cardiff to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff - North Road to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 47m.

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