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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Matlock is to bus which costs £28 - £60 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Matlock is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Olde Englishe Road via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Matlock via Liverpool Street station, London St Pancras Intl and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Matlock?

The distance between Chelmsford and Matlock is 177 miles. The road distance is 154.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Matlock without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Chelmsford to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Matlock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Matlock train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Matlock?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Matlock is to train via London which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Matlock bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Matlock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Matlock train arrive?

Chelmsford to Matlock train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Matlock is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Chelmsford to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 59m
£52–212
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
6h 8m
£25–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sky
7h 2m
£28–56
Drive 153.4 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Matlockcar 153.4 mi
3h 1m
£37–53

Chelmsford to Matlock by train and subway

122Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Matlock via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Derby in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Olde Englishe Road via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 2m.

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