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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Stansted Airport and arriving at Coleshill Parkway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Chelmsford and Birmingham NEC is 138 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 2h 34m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC train from?

Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stansted Airport station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs £27 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £130 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Coleshill Parkway station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC.

Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

There are 3341+ hotels available in Birmingham NEC.

Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus

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

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Euston Stationbus 205
3. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2h 34m
£46–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
5h 30m
£27–63
Drive 119 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Birmingham NECcar 119 mi
2h 31m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Coleshill Parkwaytrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
5h 39m
£87–129

Chelmsford to Birmingham NEC by train, bus, and foot

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Stansted Airport to Coleshill Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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