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

67.7 miles 108.9 km · straight line
92 miles actual route 148 km · driving distance
1h 45min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
302° WNW bearing direction

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

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Northampton, United Kingdom is 67.7 miles (108.9 km) as the crow flies. Northampton, United Kingdom is located WNW of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 92 miles, taking about 1h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Northampton, 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 Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Northampton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 45min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 6min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 40min $11–$32* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
Northampton, United Kingdom
52.25°N, 0.88°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 368 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM