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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £90 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Exeter?

The distance between Chelmsford and Exeter is 208 miles. The road distance is 204.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Chelmsford to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Exeter?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Exeter is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Chelmsford to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Chelmsford to Exeter - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chelmsford to Exeter 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 Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 32m
£94–195
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 Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
7h 28m
£39–98
Drive 203.4 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Exetercar 203.4 mi
4h 12m
£50–73
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
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
5h 35m
£115–281
Train via London
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
4h 54m
£91–218
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
5h 56m
£202–442
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 41m
£287–480

Chelmsford to Exeter by train

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Distance: 206.5 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 28m.

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