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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bournemouth to Chelmsford

Composite routes from Bournemouth to Chelmsford

Cheapest
2 h 54 min
Car
222 km.
from $12
Other
2 h 47 min
198 km.
from $161.39
5 h 16 min
198 km.
from $76.28
3 h 32 min
198 km.
from $131.98

Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bournemouth Station to London,
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bournemouth to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$151.89

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Bournemouth to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$164.55

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$37.97

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsford
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32
Train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsford
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford is to bus which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bus Station via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Chelmsford via London Waterloo and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?

The distance between Bournemouth and Chelmsford is 228 km. The road distance is 248.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs $76.09 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Chelmsford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs $76.09 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Chelmsford is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Bournemouth to Chelmsford.

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

Book your Bournemouth to Chelmsford train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 408+ hotels available in Chelmsford. Prices start at $46.01 per night.
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