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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chelmsford to Leicester

Composite routes from Chelmsford to Leicester

Cheapest
2 h 2 min
Car
180 km.
from $9
Other
1 h 59 min
148 km.
from $103
3 h 49 min
Bus, Train
147 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Stansted Airport to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$240.50

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Chelmsford to London
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Bus operators

First Essex

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Email:
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/essex
Bus from Bus Station to Coach
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Leicester is to bus which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Leicester St Margarets bus station via London Stansted Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Leicester via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Leicester?

The distance between Chelmsford and Leicester is 210 km. The road distance is 181.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Chelmsford to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Leicester bus from?

Chelmsford to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Stansted Airport station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Leicester train from?

Chelmsford to Leicester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Leicester?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 4h 14m. There are no good options to fly between Chelmsford to Leicester.

Where does the Chelmsford to Leicester bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leicester St Margarets bus station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Leicester train arrive?

Chelmsford to Leicester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Leicester is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Chelmsford to Leicester.

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

Book your Chelmsford to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 772+ hotels available in Leicester. Prices start at $56.02 per night.
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