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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Solihull is to train which costs £18 - £75 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Solihull is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Solihull?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Solihull. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Solihull Town Centre via Coach Station and B'ham Airport Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Solihull?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Solihull. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Solihull via Liverpool Street station and London Marylebone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Solihull?

The distance between Chelmsford and Solihull is 139 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Solihull without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 17m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Chelmsford to Solihull, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Solihull bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Solihull train from?

Chelmsford to Solihull train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Solihull?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Solihull is to train via London which takes 3h 17m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Solihull bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Solihull bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at B'ham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Solihull train arrive?

Chelmsford to Solihull train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Solihull?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Solihull is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Chelmsford to Solihull.

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

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Where can I stay near Solihull?

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Chelmsford to Solihull - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Marylebone to Solihulltrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
3h 17m
£31–69
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
6h 5m
£18–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to B'ham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
5h 46m
£34–66
Drive 122 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Solihullcar 122 mi
2h 39m
£30–44

Chelmsford to Solihull by train, subway, and foot

200Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Solihull via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Baker Street station, and London Marylebone in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to B'ham Airport Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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