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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Chelmsford is to bus and train which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Chelmsford via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Poole to Chelmsford?

The distance between Poole and Chelmsford is 148 miles. The road distance is 140.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Poole to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Chelmsford bus from?

Poole to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Chelmsford train from?

Poole to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Poole to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £80 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Poole to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Poole to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Poole to Chelmsford train arrive?

Poole to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Chelmsford is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Poole to Chelmsford.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
3h 7m
£64–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 57m
£23–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
5h 53m
£28–48
Drive 139.8 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Chelmsfordcar 139.8 mi
3h 7m
£35–50

Poole to Chelmsford by train and subway

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3h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Chelmsford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Coach Station in around 5h 57m.

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