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

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £13 - £19 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Southwold to Chelmsford?

The distance between Southwold and Chelmsford is 104 miles. The road distance is 77.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwold to Chelmsford without a car is to line 99 bus and train via Ipswich which takes 4h 7m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Southwold to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Chelmsford bus from?

Southwold to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Borderbus, depart from Kings Head station.

Where does the Southwold to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Southwold to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Borderbus, arrive at St Stephens Street station.

Can I drive from Southwold to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Chelmsford is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Southwold to Chelmsford.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 588+ hotels available in Chelmsford.

Southwold to Chelmsford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 99 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 99 bus, train via Ipswich
best
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to Railway Stationbus 99
2. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
4h 7m
£43–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Norwich to Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1bus Uk007
5h 35m
£13–19
Drive 76.9 mi
1. Drive from Southwold to Chelmsfordcar 76.9 mi
1h 29m
£20–28
Line 99 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to Railway Stationbus 99
2. Take the train from Lowestoft to Norwichtrain
3. Take the train from Norwich to Chelmsfordtrain
4h 14m
£53–85

Southwold to Chelmsford by bus and train

114Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.5 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 via St Stephens Street and Norwich in around 5h 35m.

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