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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Essex is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Essex. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Polecat Road via Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Essex. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at White Notley via Baker Street station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Solihull to Essex?

The distance between Solihull and Essex is 155 miles. The road distance is 126.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Essex without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Solihull to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Essex bus from?

Solihull to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Essex train from?

Solihull to Essex train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Essex?

The best way to get from Solihull to Essex is to train via London which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Solihull to Essex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Solihull to Essex train arrive?

Solihull to Essex train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at London Marylebone station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Essex is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Solihull to Essex.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Solihull to London Marylebonetrain Birmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h 3m
£71–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Coach Stationbus 777
5h 58m
£27–44
Drive 125.5 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Essexcar 125.5 mi
2h 35m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 16m
£77–120

Solihull to Essex by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 154.1 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to White Notley via London Marylebone, Baker Street station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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