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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Southminster is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Southminster is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Southminster?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cathedral and arriving at High Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Southminster?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Southminster. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Southminster via Shenfield and Wickford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Southminster?

The distance between Chelmsford and Southminster is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Southminster without a car is to bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £3 - £5.

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

The bus from Cathedral to High Street takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southminster bus from?

Chelmsford to Southminster bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Cathedral station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Southminster train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Southminster?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Southminster is to bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Southminster bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Southminster bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Southminster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Southminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Southminster is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Chelmsford to Southminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Southminster?

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cathedral to High Streetbus 31 / ...
1h 1m
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Wickfordtrain
3. Take the train from Wickford to Southminstertrain
1h 37m
£17–31
Drive 18.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Southminstercar 18.7 mi
27 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Southminstertaxi 18.7 mi
27 min
£120–150

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Distance: 20.8 mi
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What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Southminster, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Cathedral to High Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelmsford to Southminster via Shenfield and Wickford in around 1h 37m.

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