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Compare train and bus for Chelmsford to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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$47 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Other travel options to Peterborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 34m.
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How to get from Chelmsford to Peterborough by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Chelmsford to Peterborough is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
5:56 AM2h37Chelmsford8:33 AMPeterborough$361One-way0 transfers
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5:56 AM2h37Chelmsford8:33 AMPeterborough$361One-way0 transfers
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8:25 AM2h08Chelmsford10:33 AMPeterborough$441One-way0 transfers
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Other travel options to Peterborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 34m.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chelmsford and Peterborough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Chelmsford station (CHM) and arrive in Peterborough station (PBO).
- Travel with First Essex to go to Peterborough by bus.
- Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia to go to Peterborough by train.
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