4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Chelmsford will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cambridge for Chelmsford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:502h57Cambridge11:47Chelmsford£161One-way0 changes
- 8:502h57Cambridge11:47Chelmsford£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Chelmsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Chelmsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 57 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Chelmsford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Chelmsford coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:50 Cambridge | 2h57 | 11:47 Chelmsford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Chelmsford
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Buses from Cambridge to Chelmsford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:55, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 57m |
First bus 4:55 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Cambridge to Chelmsford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Chelmsford by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chelmsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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