What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station is to train via London which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Birmingham New Street Station. 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 12m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street Station?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station. 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 28m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station?

The distance between Chelmsford and Birmingham New Street Station is 146 miles. The road distance is 132.5 miles.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station is to train via London which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station.

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

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Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station, including transfers.

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

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Train via London
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 28m
£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 12m
£21–43
Drive 131.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Stationcar 131.7 mi
2h 39m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
4h 48m
£87–133

Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 145.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Birmingham New Street Station, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Birmingham New Street Station via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Birmingham New Street Station via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, and Newhall Street in around 5h 12m.

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