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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Bournemouth is to train and bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Bournemouth?

The distance between Chelmsford and Bournemouth is 143 miles. The road distance is 138.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Chelmsford to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Bournemouth train arrive?

Chelmsford to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Bournemouth is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Chelmsford to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 4m
£58–137
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 41m
£27–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
5h 39m
£30–74
Drive 137.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Bournemouthcar 137.8 mi
3h
£34–49

Chelmsford to Bournemouth by train and subway

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Distance: 141.8 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Bournemouth via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 39m.

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