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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 3h and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Scunthorpe via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Chelmsford and Scunthorpe is 211 miles. The road distance is 161.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Scunthorpe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Scunthorpe train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Scunthorpe is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe 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 StreetClacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DoncasterLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
3h 29m
£56–136
Drive 160.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe160.6 mi
3h
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station152
8h 11m
£42–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Stansted Airport (STN)X10 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncaster
5h 4m
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
5h 12m
£62–190

Chelmsford to Scunthorpe by train and subway

169Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.9 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Scunthorpe via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 8h 11m.

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