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

92.3 miles 148.6 km · straight line
113 miles actual route 181.8 km · driving distance
2h 20min estimated drive time
£17 - £21 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Leicester?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Leicester is 92.3 miles (148.6 km) as the crow flies. Leicester is located NW of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 113 miles, taking about 2h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Leicester. 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 Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Leicester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 20min £17 - £21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 48min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 13min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Leicester

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 269.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM