Driving from Maidstone to Chelmsford
Chelmsford lies 52 km (32 mi) north of Maidstone, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 48 min without stops, over roughly 64 km (40 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Maidstone | Chelmsford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 107,627 | 111,511 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 33 m (108 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | ME14–ME99 | CM1–CM99 |
Where to book car hire from Maidstone to Chelmsford
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Staying in Chelmsford
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Common questions
How far is Chelmsford from Maidstone?
52 km (32 mi) in a straight line, north of Maidstone; by road roughly 64 km (40 mi).
How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Chelmsford by car?
About 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maidstone and Chelmsford?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.