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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Nottingham via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Nottingham?

The distance between Chelmsford and Nottingham is 158 miles. The road distance is 132.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham is to train via London which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Nottingham is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Chelmsford to Nottingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham 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 Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2h 53m
£37–113
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
4h 45m
£21–96
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 Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
4h 46m
£24–51
Drive 132 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Nottinghamcar 132 mi
2h 22m
£33–47

Chelmsford to Nottingham by train and subway

224Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham.

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Distance: 157.6 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Nottingham via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 4h 46m.

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