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

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

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 51m.

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 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 First Essex, depart from Bus 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 which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Nottingham bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Nottingham bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at London Stansted Airport (STN) 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?

Book your Chelmsford to Nottingham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

There are 248+ hotels available in Nottingham.

Chelmsford to Nottingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham by train, bus, or car

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 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
Drive 132 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Nottinghamcar 132 mi
2h 22m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus
3. Take the bus from Asda to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
4h 17m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Stansted Airport (STN)bus X10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
4h 51m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Stansted Airport (STN)bus X10 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain
4h 53m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Nottingham.

Launch map view

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 51m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.