What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Chelmsford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria Station Interchange station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Chelmsford via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Chelmsford is 31 miles. The road distance is 20.7 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £14 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Victoria Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford is to train which takes 55 min and costs £14 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford is 21 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford?

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Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea 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 / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
55 min
£14–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
1h 4m
£2–3
Drive 20.6 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsfordcar 20.6 mi
26 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsfordtaxi 20.6 mi
26 min
£130–170

Southend-on-Sea to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 30.7 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Chelmsford, England?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Chelmsford via Shenfield in around 55 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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