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2 h 10 min
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Five ways to Travel from Southampton to Chelmsford

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Cheapest
By car (206 km)
2 h 10 min
206 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
2 h 10 min
206 km.
from $7.84
Train
2 h 16 min
158 km.
from $122.46
Bus
5 h 34 min
158 km.
from $64.85
Train via Reading
2 h 52 min
158 km.
from $103.74

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$58.23

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Southampton Central to Reading
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$88.60

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Southampton Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$120.25

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91
Train from London Paddington to Shenfield
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$22.78

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsford
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Bus operators

TerraVision UK

Email:
Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$20.25

Questions and Answers

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 $35.87 - $59.78 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

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 Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

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 London Waterloo and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Southampton to Chelmsford?

The distance between Southampton and Chelmsford is 182 km. The road distance is 205.1 km.

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 16m and costs $59.78 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m 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 Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade.

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 16m and costs $59.78 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $59.78 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Southampton to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Southampton to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Southampton and Chelmsford?

It is currently 07:34 at both, Southampton and Chelmsford.

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 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Southampton to Chelmsford.

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

Book your Southampton to Chelmsford train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 430+ hotels available in Chelmsford. Prices start at $44.51 per night.
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