Burton upon Trent to Chelmsford, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

116 miles 186.7 km · straight line
157.8 miles actual route 253.9 km · driving distance
2h 55min estimated drive time
£24 - £29 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
129° SE bearing direction

How far is Burton upon Trent from Chelmsford, United Kingdom?

The distance from Burton upon Trent to Chelmsford, United Kingdom is 116 miles (186.7 km) as the crow flies. Chelmsford, United Kingdom is located SE of Burton upon Trent. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.8 miles, taking about 2h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burton upon Trent and Chelmsford, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Burton upon Trent to Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 55min £24 - £29 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 30min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~2h 46min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burton upon Trent & Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Burton upon Trent
52.81°N, 1.64°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 214.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM