What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford is to train via London which takes 2h 15m and costs £50 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Chelmsford via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Chelmsford?

The distance between Birmingham and Chelmsford is 146 miles. The road distance is 131.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 15m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Chelmsford bus from?

Birmingham to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Chelmsford train from?

Birmingham to Chelmsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford is to train via London which takes 2h 15m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Birmingham to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Chelmsford train arrive?

Birmingham to Chelmsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Chelmsford is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Birmingham to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Chelmsford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Chelmsford?

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Birmingham to Chelmsford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Chelmsford by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 15m
£54–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 777
4h 47m
£29–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030 / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
3h 41m
£40–95
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Chelmsfordcar 131 mi
2h 38m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h
£90–125

Birmingham to Chelmsford by train, subway, and foot

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.8 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Chelmsford via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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