What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Crocketts Lane via Coach Station and Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to West Midlands?

The distance between Chelmsford and West Midlands is 149 miles. The road distance is 133.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to West Midlands bus from?

Chelmsford to West Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to West Midlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Chelmsford to West Midlands bus arrive?

Chelmsford to West Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to West Midlands train arrive?

Chelmsford to West Midlands train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to West Midlands is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Chelmsford to West Midlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford to West Midlands?

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Where can I stay near West Midlands?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to West Midlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 49m
£51–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
6h 52m
£31–76
Drive 132.9 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to West Midlandscar 132.9 mi
2h 42m
£33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
5h 21m
£88–126

Chelmsford to West Midlands by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 148.2 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Smethwick Rolfe Street via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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