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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Stanstead is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Stanstead is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £7 - £12.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Stanstead?

The distance between Chelmsford and Stanstead is 35 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Stanstead without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 35m and costs £30 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Chelmsford to Stanstead, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Stanstead is 33 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Chelmsford to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 629+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Stanstead by train, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Marks Tey
2. Take the train from Marks Tey to Sudbury (Suffolk)
3. Take the taxi from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Stanstead
1h 35m
£30–39
Drive 32.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Stanstead32.6 mi
48 min
£8–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Marks TeyLondon Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Scotchford BridgeCon715
3h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Stanstead32.6 mi
48 min
£210–260
Train, line 41 bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Marks Tey
2. Take the train from Marks Tey to Sudbury (Suffolk)
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Close41
2h 42m
£16–22

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Stanstead.

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Distance: 34.8 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

There is no direct connection from Chelmsford to Stanstead. However, you can take the train to Marks Tey, take the train to Sudbury (Suffolk), then take the taxi to Stanstead. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Scotchford Bridge via Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 3h 23m.

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