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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Bakewell is to train and bus via Leicester which costs £24 - £60 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Bakewell is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Square via Coach Station, Golders Green Station and New Beetwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Bakewell?

The distance between Chelmsford and Bakewell is 204 miles. The road distance is 162.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bakewell without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 52m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Chelmsford to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bakewell bus from?

Chelmsford to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bakewell is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs £29 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bakewell bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Bakewell is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Chelmsford to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2461+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Chelmsford to Bakewell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Bakewell by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Chesterfield
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Square170
4h 52m
£54–170
Train, bus via Leicester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asda
3. Take the bus from Asda to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Street6.1
7h 56m
£24–58
Drive 161.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Bakewell161.7 mi
3h 13m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to LeicesterStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to ChesterfieldLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
6h 58m
£29–133
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Golders Green StationA6
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Station560
8h 19m
£31–50

Chelmsford to Bakewell by train, subway, and bus

110Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Square via London Stansted Airport (STN), Stansted Airport, Leicester, Chesterfield, and Railway Station in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Square via Coach Station, Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and New Beetwell Street in around 8h 19m.

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