What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Southend Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Travel Centre. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Southend Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Southend Victoria via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station?

The distance between Chelmsford and Southend Central Station is 21 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station without a car is to bus which takes 1h 8m and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station?

The bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southend Central Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southend Central Station train from?

Chelmsford to Southend Central Station train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station is to bus which takes 1h 8m and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £28 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Southend Central Station bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Southend Central Station bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Travel Centre station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Southend Central Station train arrive?

Chelmsford to Southend Central Station train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Southend Central Station is 21 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Southend Central Station?

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Chelmsford to Southend Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
1h 8m
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Shenfieldtrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 10m
£15–27
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Southend Central Stationcar 20.4 mi
26 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Southend Central Stationtaxi 20.4 mi
26 min
£130–170

Chelmsford to Southend Central Station by bus

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Southend Central Station, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Southend Central Station via Shenfield and Southend Victoria in around 1h 10m.

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