What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea?

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

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea?

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-on-Sea?

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

How far is it from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea is 31 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea is 20 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Sea 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 1m
£15–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
1h 8m
£2–3
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Seacar 20.4 mi
26 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Southend-on-Seataxi 20.4 mi
26 min
£130–170

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Distance: 30.7 mi
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What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

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

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