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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Chelmsford via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Luton to Chelmsford?

The distance between Luton and Chelmsford is 62 miles. The road distance is 49.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £23 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Luton to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Chelmsford bus from?

Luton to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Chelmsford train from?

Luton to Chelmsford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Luton to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £23 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stansted Airport (STN), which costs and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Luton to Chelmsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Chelmsford train arrive?

Luton to Chelmsford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Luton to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Chelmsford is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Luton to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Luton to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
1h 26m
£23–57
Drive 48.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Luton to Chelmsfordcar 48.9 mi
1h 6m
£12–17
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2h 34m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Luton to Chelmsfordtaxi 48.9 mi
1h 6m
£320–390
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Temp Bus Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to County Hotelbus 59
2h 42m
£19–22

Luton to Chelmsford by train and subway

631Weekly Services

1h 26mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.8 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Chelmsford via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Station via Coach Station and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 2h 34m.

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