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

77.7 miles 125.1 km · straight line
97.2 miles estimated 156.4 km · driving distance
1h 57min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Thatcham?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Thatcham is 77.7 miles (125.1 km) as the crow flies. Thatcham is located WSW of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97.2 miles, taking about 1h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Thatcham. 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 Thatcham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 57min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 20min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 51min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Thatcham

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
Thatcham
51.40°N, 1.26°W
Europe/London
78m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 320.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients