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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Stanstead is to bus via Chippenham which costs £23 - £40 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Melksham to Stanstead?

The distance between Melksham and Stanstead is 171 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Stanstead without a car is to train and line 41 bus which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Melksham to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Stanstead bus from?

Melksham to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Market Place station.

Where does the Melksham to Stanstead bus arrive?

Melksham to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Stanstead is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Melksham to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 495+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Melksham to Stanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Melksham to Stanstead by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 41 bus
best
1. Take the train from Melksham to Swindontrain
2. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Stratfordtrain
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain
5. Take the train from Marks Tey to Sudbury (Suffolk)train
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Closebus 41 / ...
5h 6m
£73–138
Bus via Chippenham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chippenham to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk043
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk950
9h 42m
£24–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
9h
£33–55
Drive 163.7 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Stansteadcar 163.7 mi
3h 24m
£41–59
Bus, line 316 bus, line 320 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station Alightingbus X34
2. Take the bus from Town Bridge to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 403 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4. Take the bus from Coach Station to High Streetbus 316 / ...
5. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Stationbus 320 / ...
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Closebus 41
9h 5m
£33–52

Melksham to Stanstead by train and bus

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a bus from Market Place to Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Parkside, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h.

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