What is the cheapest way to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Southend Central Station and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Travel Centre and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Southend Central Station and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Chelmsford via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford?

The distance between Southend Central Station and Chelmsford is 31 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

How do I travel from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £14 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend Central Station to Chelmsford bus from?

Southend Central Station to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Travel Centre station.

Where do I catch the Southend Central Station to Chelmsford train from?

Southend Central Station to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £14 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Southend Central Station to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Southend Central Station to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southend Central Station to Chelmsford train arrive?

Southend Central Station to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend Central Station to Chelmsford is 21 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford?

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Southend Central Station to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend Central Station to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Shenfieldtrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 2m
£14–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
1h 12m
£2–3
Drive 20.9 mi
1. Drive from Southend Central Station to Chelmsfordcar 20.9 mi
27 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southend Central Station to Chelmsfordtaxi 20.9 mi
27 min
£140–170

Southend Central Station to Chelmsford by foot and train

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Distance: 31 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Southend Central Station, England and Chelmsford, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Southend Victoria to Shenfield every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Travel Centre to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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