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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Chelmsford is to bus and train which costs £18 - £60 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Finchley Road Station and London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Chelmsford via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Chelmsford?

The distance between Nottingham and Chelmsford is 158 miles. The road distance is 132.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Chelmsford without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Nottingham to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Chelmsford bus from?

Nottingham to Chelmsford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Chelmsford train from?

Nottingham to Chelmsford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Chelmsford is to train via London which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Nottingham to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Nottingham to Chelmsford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Nottingham to Chelmsford train arrive?

Nottingham to Chelmsford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Chelmsford is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Nottingham to Chelmsford.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras IntlNottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ChelmsfordLondon Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
2h 34m
£37–161
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)Uk004 / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ChelmsfordLondon Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
3h 43m
£19–58
Drive 131.7 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Chelmsford131.7 mi
2h 19m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to LeicesterNottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Stansted AirportBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 29m
£24–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk004 / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Coach StationA6
5h 5m
£21–48

Nottingham to Chelmsford by train and subway

215Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.6 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Chelmsford via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 5h 5m.

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