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 £29 - £70 and takes 4h 47m.

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 49m and costs £60 - £160.

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 Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

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 49m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?

The distance between Bournemouth and Chelmsford is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.8 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 49m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m 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 49m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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 54m to drive from Bournemouth to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to 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 49m
£63–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 47m
£30–70
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Chelmsfordcar 137 mi
2h 54m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
5h 1m
£30–60

Bournemouth to Chelmsford by train and subway

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.6 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 4h 47m.

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