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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Dunstable is to bus which costs £11 - £21 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Dunstable is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Quadrant via Temp Bus Station and Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Leagrave via Stratford and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Dunstable?

The distance between Chelmsford and Dunstable is 65 miles. The road distance is 53.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dunstable without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Chelmsford to Dunstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dunstable bus from?

Chelmsford to Dunstable bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dunstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Dunstable?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dunstable is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £21 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dunstable bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Dunstable bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Temp Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dunstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Dunstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Dunstable is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Chelmsford to Dunstable.

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

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Chelmsford to Dunstable - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Dunstable by train, bus, or car

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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 Farringdon to Leagravetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 37m
£32–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temp Bus Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to The Quadrantbus X4 / ...
3h 29m
£11–21
Drive 53.6 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Dunstablecar 53.6 mi
1h 12m
£13–19
Bus via Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 737
3h 53m
£12–28

Chelmsford to Dunstable by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Leagrave via Stratford, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Quadrant via Temp Bus Station and Airport Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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