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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £55 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Chelmsford via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?

The distance between Bournemouth and Chelmsford is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Chelmsford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Chelmsford train from?

Bournemouth to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Chelmsford train arrive?

Bournemouth to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Chelmsford is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Bournemouth to Chelmsford.

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

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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Bournemouth to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 50m
£56–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 7m
£22–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
4h 21m
£41–71
Drive 137.1 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Chelmsfordcar 137.1 mi
2h 55m
£34–49

Bournemouth to Chelmsford by train and subway

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Distance: 141.6 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Chelmsford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Coach Station in around 5h 7m.

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