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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham is to bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £50 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Newhall Street via Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Birmingham?

The distance between Chelmsford and Birmingham is 146 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Birmingham train from?

Chelmsford to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Birmingham train arrive?

Chelmsford to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Birmingham is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Chelmsford to Birmingham.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 22m
£51–130
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Streetbus Uk030 / ...
5h 13m
£22–45
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Birminghamcar 131 mi
2h 37m
£32–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
4h 54m
£87–133

Chelmsford to Birmingham by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 144.9 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Newhall Street via Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 5h 13m.

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