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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Sandbanks is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Sandbanks is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Shoreacres via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Sandbanks?

The distance between Chelmsford and Sandbanks is 150 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Sandbanks without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Chelmsford to Sandbanks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Sandbanks bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Sandbanks train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Sandbanks?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Sandbanks is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Sandbanks bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Sandbanks train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Sandbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Sandbanks is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Chelmsford to Sandbanks.

Where can I stay near Sandbanks?

There are 2659+ hotels available in Sandbanks.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Sandbanks 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 / ...
4h 16m
£55–112
Bus
cheapest
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 / ...
6h 33m
£27–46
Drive 142.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Sandbankscar 142.8 mi
3h 10m
£36–51
Train, bus
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
6h 48m
£33–48

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Distance: 149.4 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Sandbanks, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Shoreacres via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Bournemouth, and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Shoreacres via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 33m.

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