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

29.8 miles 47.9 km · straight line
38.7 miles estimated 62.3 km · driving distance
47min estimated drive time
£6 - £7 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
274° W bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Hatfield?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Hatfield is 29.8 miles (47.9 km) as the crow flies. Hatfield is located W of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 38.7 miles, taking about 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Hatfield. 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 Hatfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 47min £6 - £7 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Hatfield

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
Hatfield
51.76°N, 0.22°W
Europe/London
84m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 836.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients