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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Exeter to Chelmsford?

The distance between Exeter and Chelmsford is 208 miles. The road distance is 204.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Exeter to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chelmsford bus from?

Exeter to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chelmsford train from?

Exeter to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Exeter to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Exeter to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Exeter to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Chelmsford train arrive?

Exeter to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Chelmsford is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Exeter to Chelmsford.

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

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Exeter to Chelmsford - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ChelmsfordLondon Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
3h 13m
£75–154
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London WaterlooExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ChelmsfordLondon Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
4h 16m
£30–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
6h 17m
£39–85
Drive 203.1 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Chelmsford203.1 mi
4h 6m
£52–74
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsford
6h 10m
£206–497
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Longforth Car Park to Hammersmith Bus StationSf1
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ChelmsfordLondon Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
7h 11m
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsford
5h 18m
£127–335
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsford
6h
£171–509

Exeter to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 206.6 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 6h 17m.

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