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Journey Information

There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Exeter to Chelmsford. Traveling by coach from Exeter to Chelmsford usually takes around 8 hours, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance187 mi (301 km)
Shortest duration7h 0m
Cheapest price£23.50
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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What coach companies travel from Exeter to Chelmsford?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Exeter to Chelmsford. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express58h 9m£29.50
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 8 hours to cover the 187 miles from Exeter to Chelmsford. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Chelmsford at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Exeter to Chelmsford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Exeter to Chelmsford every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Exeter to Chelmsford; ticket prices start at £90.60.

City Information

Exeter

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Located on the River Exe in the southwest of England, Exeter is one of England's most historically-varied towns. It's easy to forget what year it is while walking down the cobbled streets surrounded by Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and Georgian facades interspersed with modern glass buildings and contemporary bars.

One of the greatest examples of this town's historical architecture is Exeter Cathedral. The 12th-century building took around 300 years to complete, but every moment was worth it for the exterior's extremely detailed stonework. The Royal Albert Memorial Museum is another unmissable building, housing a wide range of attractions from antiquities to zoology.

Take a walk along Exeter's historic quayside for some of the most spectacular scenery in the city, as well as some of Exeter's best bars and restaurants. If you're looking for something to entertain the children, Crealy Great Adventure Park is the place to be. The park contains over 60 rides and an Animal Barn showcasing farm and exotic animals.

Exeter can be easily reached from London via the Great Western Railway, with trains leaving roughly every hour from the city. Trains arrive at Exeter St. David's station, only a short walk away from the city center. In addition, National Express and Megabus provide coach services to the town from various locations across the country.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Exeter?

Main departure station: Exeter Bus and Coach Station

Most coaches depart from the main station in Exeter.

All coach stations in Exeter:

  • Exeter Bus and Coach Station

Where does the coach arrive in Chelmsford?

Main arrival station: 38 Duke St

All coaches from Exeter arrive at one main station in Chelmsford.

Coach stations in Chelmsford:

  • 38 Duke St

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