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

111.4 miles 179.3 km · straight line
139.2 miles estimated 224.1 km · driving distance
2h 48min estimated drive time
£21 - £26 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Lincoln, United Kingdom?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Lincoln, United Kingdom is 111.4 miles (179.3 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, United Kingdom is located NNW of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 139.2 miles, taking about 2h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. 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 Lincoln, United Kingdom. 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 Lincoln, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 48min £21 - £26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 22min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 40min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Lincoln, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
Lincoln, United Kingdom
53.23°N, 0.54°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 223.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients