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What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Chelmsford?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Flights, Buses and Carpool for the journey to Chelmsford from Manchester. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 45m
£54
£56
2
Flight
4h 25m
£92
£157
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What is the cheapest way to reach Chelmsford from Manchester?

You can get to Chelmsford with just £54 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £54
tomorrow
from £114
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £92

    Cheapest Trains today

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 5m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:10
    Chelmsford
    Hatfield Peverel Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £54
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 45m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:40
    Chelmsford
    Hatfield Peverel Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £59

    Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 25m
    0
    06:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    10:55
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £114
  • Aurigny Air Services
    23h 50m
    0
    19:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:50
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £151
  • KLM Cityhopper
    16h 45m
    0
    20:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:15
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £188

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    26h 35m
    0
    06:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:35
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £92
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 35m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    18:35
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £101
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    12h 50m
    0
    19:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:35
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £104

What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Chelmsford?

You can get to Chelmsford from Manchester in just 3h 45m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 45m
tomorrow
from 4h 25m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 6h 10m

    Fastest Trains today

  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 45m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:40
    Chelmsford
    Hatfield Peverel Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £59
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 5m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:10
    Chelmsford
    Hatfield Peverel Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £54

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 25m
    0
    06:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    10:55
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £114
  • KLM Cityhopper
    16h 45m
    0
    20:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:15
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £188
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    18h 45m
    0
    19:40
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:25
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £191

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Loganair
    6h 10m
    0
    12:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:45
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £206
  • Aurigny Air Services
    9h 45m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:50
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £186
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 35m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    18:35
    London City Airport
    London City Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £101
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Manchester to Chelmsford

What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Chelmsford?

In Manchester, you will usually depart from Piccadilly Station, Victoria Station or Shudehill Interchange, while in Chelmsford you will be arriving at Hatfield Peverel Train Station, bus station or South Woodham Ferrers Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chelmsford from Manchester? With 4 connections between 1 Train, Flight, Bus and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Manchester and Chelmsford, you can pay as low as £54 with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Chelmsford in just 3h 45m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Manchester and Chelmsford are Avanti West Coast, EasyJet Airline and Aurigny Air Services, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Manchester and Chelmsford is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Salford or to Spring field, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Rochester Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Manchester to Chelmsford?

The most popular companies between Manchester and Chelmsford, are Avanti West Coast, EasyJet Airline and Aurigny Air Services. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Avanti West Coast

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Aurigny Air Services, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Chelmsford

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester to Chelmsford. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Manchester to Chelmsford

How can I reach Chelmsford from Manchester?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Flight, Bus and Car, with which you can get to Chelmsford from Manchester.

How far is Chelmsford from Manchester?

The distance between Manchester and Chelmsford is 266.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester and Chelmsford?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 66 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Chelmsford?

You can get to Chelmsford with just £54 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chelmsford in just 3h 45m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Manchester and to Chelmsford

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Manchester and to Chelmsford. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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