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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £50 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Chelmsford via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Southampton to Chelmsford?

The distance between Southampton and Chelmsford is 114 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Southampton to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Chelmsford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Southampton to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Southampton to Chelmsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Chelmsford is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Southampton to Chelmsford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Chelmsford?

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 13m
£51–124
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 36m
£25–58
Drive 110.3 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Chelmsfordcar 110.3 mi
2h 31m
£27–39
Train, line 351 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Brentwoodtrain
4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Chelmsford stationbus 351
3h 25m
£60–124

Southampton to Chelmsford by train and subway

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Distance: 113 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Chelmsford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 4h 36m.

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