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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Elstree is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Elstree is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Elstree?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Elstree. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Elstree & Borehamwood via Stratford and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Elstree?

The distance between Chelmsford and Elstree is 45 miles. The road distance is 39 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Elstree without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Chelmsford to Elstree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Elstree train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Elstree?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Elstree is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Elstree train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Elstree?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Elstree is 39 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Chelmsford to Elstree.

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

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Where can I stay near Elstree?

There are 16892+ hotels available in Elstree.

Chelmsford to Elstree - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Elstree by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Elstree & BorehamwoodSutton / ...
1h 20m
£31–50
Drive 38.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Elstree38.8 mi
50 min
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Stansted Airport (STN)X10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Golders Green StationA6
2h 49m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Elstree38.8 mi
50 min
£250–310
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool StreetClacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the subway from Moorgate station to Edgware stationNorthern
1h 38m
£24–29

Chelmsford to Elstree by train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.3 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Elstree & Borehamwood via Stratford, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Watling Court via Coach Station, Golders Green Station, Golders Green station, Edgware station, and Edgware Station in around 2h 49m.

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