What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth Harbour and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth Harbour and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth Harbour and arriving at Chelmsford via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour and Chelmsford is 109 miles. The road distance is 108 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford bus from?

Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 34m
£50–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 39m
£25–59
Drive 107.4 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsfordcar 107.4 mi
2h 27m
£26–38
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the train from Horsham to Farringdontrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
4h 38m
£60–118

Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford by foot, train, and bus

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Distance: 108.3 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Portsmouth Harbour, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a vehicle from Portsmouth Harbour to Chelmsford via Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portsmouth Harbour to Bus Station via The Hard Interchange, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 4h 39m.

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