What is the cheapest way to get from Essex to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Birmingham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essex to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Essex to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Bus Interchange and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Essex to Birmingham?

The distance between Essex and Birmingham is 158 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

How do I travel from Essex to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Essex to Birmingham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 39m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Essex to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Essex to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Birmingham bus from?

Essex to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Birmingham train from?

Essex to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Essex to Birmingham is to train via London which takes 2h 39m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Essex to Birmingham bus arrive?

Essex to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Essex to Birmingham train arrive?

Essex to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Essex to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Birmingham is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Essex to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Essex to Birmingham?

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Essex to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Essex to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to London Liverpool Streettrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 39m
£57–140
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
5h 58m
£32–71
Drive 135.1 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Birminghamcar 135.1 mi
2h 31m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
5h 7m
£90–136

Essex to Birmingham by bus and train

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Distance: 156.8 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Essex, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from White Notley to Birmingham New Street via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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