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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Chelmsford is to drive and car ferry which costs £30 - £80 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £50 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Chelmsford via Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Chelmsford?

The distance between Dunkirk and Chelmsford is 247 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £50 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Dunkirk to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Chelmsford train from?

Dunkirk to Chelmsford train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

What is the time difference between Dunkirk and Chelmsford?

Chelmsford is 1h behind Dunkirk. It is currently 9:14 PM in Dunkirk and 8:14 PM in Chelmsford.

Where does the Dunkirk to Chelmsford train arrive?

Dunkirk to Chelmsford train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 568+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

Dunkirk to Chelmsford - 6 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Dunkirk to Chelmsford by train (Eurostar), car ferry, bus, train, car, or car train

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 Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
3h 40m
£51–188
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Chelmsfordcar
3h 40m
£31–79
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the car ferry from Dunkirk to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
10h 8m
£39–158
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Chelmsfordcar
2h 34m
Train via Lille
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
4h 25m
£51–189
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
4h 44m
£47–167

Dunkirk to Chelmsford by train and subway

43Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Chelmsford.

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Distance: 246 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Chelmsford via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 40m.

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