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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Southampton is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Southampton Central via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Southampton?

The distance between Chelmsford and Southampton is 114 miles. The road distance is 111.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Chelmsford to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southampton bus from?

Chelmsford to Southampton bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Southampton?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Southampton bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Southampton bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Southampton is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Chelmsford to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Southampton 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 Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 28m
£47–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
5h 18m
£22–36
Drive 111.3 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Southamptoncar 111.3 mi
2h 37m
£28–40
Line 351 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Brentwood stationbus 351
2. Take the train from Brentwood to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
4. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain
4h 3m
£55–128

Chelmsford to Southampton by train and subway

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Southampton Central via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Coach Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 18m.

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