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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Cornwall is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Cornwall is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Roundabout via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Cornwall?

The distance between Chelmsford and Cornwall is 295 miles. The road distance is 272.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cornwall without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 48m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 48m to get from Chelmsford to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Cornwall bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cornwall is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 48m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Cornwall bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Cornwall is 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Chelmsford to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3285+ hotels available in Cornwall.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
8h 48m
£49–154
Fly London Stansted Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
2. Take the train from Quintrell Downs to Luxulyantrain
6h 17m
£36–299
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 406 / ...
10h 36m
£55–109
Drive 271.3 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Cornwallcar 271.3 mi
5h 23m
£67–96
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 57m
£100–173
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain
9h 32m
£148–393
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain
9h 51m
£188–562
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
9h 19m
£161–527

Chelmsford to Cornwall by train, subway, and bus

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8h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 293.5 mi
Duration: 8h 48m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Roundabout via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Exeter St Davids, Bodmin Parkway, and Bodmin Parkway Station in around 8h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Roundabout via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 10h 36m.

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