The average train between Solihull and Essex takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Solihull to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Solihull and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Solihull is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Marylebone and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Solihull to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Essex. However, there are services departing from Solihull station and arriving at Essex station via London Marylebone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Solihull to Essex train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull station.
Solihull to Essex train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Solihull to Essex train tickets online with Chiltern Railways, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Solihull and Essex is 173.8 km. The road distance is 248 km.
You can take a train from Solihull to White Notley via London Marylebone, Baker Street station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 3m.