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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Windermere is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Windermere via Moorgate station, London Euston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Windermere?

The distance between Chelmsford and Windermere is 299 miles. The road distance is 269.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £70 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Chelmsford to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Windermere?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Windermere is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £70 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 12h 51m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Windermere bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Windermere is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Chelmsford to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Chelmsford to Windermere - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Chelmsford to Windermere by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 17m
£71–243
Fly London Stansted Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane STN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 28m
£42–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
12h 51m
£51–109
Drive 267.6 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Windermerecar 267.6 mi
4h 52m
£65–94
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 47m
£93–303
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
9h 51m
£55–210
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 37m
£97–306
Fly London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 19m
£54–175
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 27m
£116–336
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 59m
£90–370

Chelmsford to Windermere by train, foot, and subway

113Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 297.7 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Windermere via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Thwaite Lane via Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 51m.

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