What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Pier?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Pier is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Pier?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Pier is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Southend Pier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Travel Centre. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Southend Pier?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Southend Pier. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Southend Victoria via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Southend Pier?

The distance between Chelmsford and Southend Pier is 32 miles. The road distance is 21.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Pier without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Southend Pier?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Chelmsford to Southend Pier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southend Pier bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southend Pier train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Southend Pier?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Southend Pier is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Southend Pier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Southend Pier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Southend Pier?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Southend Pier is 21 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Chelmsford to Southend Pier.

Where can I stay near Southend Pier?

There are 905+ hotels available in Southend Pier.

Chelmsford to Southend Pier - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
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 25m
£15–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
1h 26m
£2–3
Drive 21.1 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Southend Piercar 21.1 mi
27 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Southend Piertaxi 21.1 mi
27 min
£140–170

Chelmsford to Southend Pier by bus and foot

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1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Southend Pier, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Southend Pier via Shenfield and Southend Victoria in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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