Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Cleethorpes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

127.8 miles 205.7 km · straight line
159.8 miles estimated 257.1 km · driving distance
3h 13min estimated drive time
£24 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
351° N bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Cleethorpes?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Cleethorpes is 127.8 miles (205.7 km) as the crow flies. Cleethorpes is located N of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 159.8 miles, taking about 3h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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. 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 Chelmsford, United Kingdom and Cleethorpes. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Cleethorpes

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 13min £24 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 52min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 3min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Cleethorpes

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
Cleethorpes
53.56°N, 0.03°W
Europe/London
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 194.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients