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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £80 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Cardiff?

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

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Chelmsford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Cardiff train from?

Chelmsford to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 23m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £270 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Cardiff train arrive?

Chelmsford to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Cardiff?

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

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

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Chelmsford to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Chelmsford to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 16m
£84–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
6h 23m
£38–93
Drive 185.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Cardiffcar 185.7 mi
3h 33m
£46–66
Fly London Stansted Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
11h 15m
£58–262
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
6h 32m
£44–82
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 35m
£100–494
Fly London Stansted Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 53m
£78–207
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 38m
£90–309

Chelmsford to Cardiff by train

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3h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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