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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Chelmsford is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £45 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Swindon to Chelmsford?

The distance between Swindon and Chelmsford is 112 miles. The road distance is 118.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Swindon to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Chelmsford bus from?

Swindon to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Swindon to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Swindon to Chelmsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Chelmsford is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Swindon to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Swindon to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 351 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Chelmsford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
1h 57m
£49–156
Drive 117.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Chelmsfordcar 117.4 mi
2h 20m
£29–41
Bus, train, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus Swindon to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Chelmsford stationbus 351
3h 37m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 6m
£40–59

Swindon to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 110.9 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 4h 6m.

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