What is the best way to travel from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Chelmsford from Bournemouth. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Chelmsford from Bournemouth?
You can reach Chelmsford with just £32 by taking a Train from South Western Railway, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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South Western Railway4h 14m007:36BournemouthTrain Station11:50ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel Train Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 07:36:00 to Hatfield Peverel Train Station, Chelmsford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 11:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 14m
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South Western Railway4h 44m010:06BournemouthTrain Station14:50ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel Train Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:06:00 to Hatfield Peverel Train Station, Chelmsford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 14:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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South Western Railway4h 0m009:50BournemouthTrain Station13:50ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel Train Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 09:50:00 to Hatfield Peverel Train Station, Chelmsford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 13:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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CrossCountry4h 10m010:40BournemouthTrain Station14:50ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel Train Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:40:00 to Hatfield Peverel Train Station, Chelmsford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 14:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £96 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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What are the fastest trips from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?
You can get to Chelmsford from Bournemouth in just 4h 0m with a Train from South Western Railway. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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South Western Railway4h 0m009:50BournemouthTrain Station13:50ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel Train Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 09:50:00 to Hatfield Peverel Train Station, Chelmsford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 13:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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CrossCountry4h 10m010:40BournemouthTrain Station14:50ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel Train Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:40:00 to Hatfield Peverel Train Station, Chelmsford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 14:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £96 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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South Western Railway4h 14m007:36BournemouthTrain Station11:50ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel Train Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 07:36:00 to Hatfield Peverel Train Station, Chelmsford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 11:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 14m
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South Western Railway4h 44m010:06BournemouthTrain Station14:50ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel Train Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:06:00 to Hatfield Peverel Train Station, Chelmsford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 14:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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Bus from Bournemouth to Chelmsford
What are the most popular stations in Bournemouth and Chelmsford?
In Bournemouth, you will usually depart from Coach Station, Westbourne or Square, while in Chelmsford you will be arriving at Hatfield Peverel Train Station, bus station or South Woodham Ferrers Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chelmsford from Bournemouth? With 4 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bournemouth and Chelmsford, you can pay as low as £32 with a Train from South Western Railway.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from South Western Railway: you will get to Chelmsford in just 4h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bournemouth and Chelmsford are South Western Railway and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Bournemouth and Chelmsford is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bournemouth or to Spring field, and look at flights from Bournemouth Airport, and landing at Rochester Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?
The most popular companies between Bournemouth and Chelmsford, are South Western Railway and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: South Western Railway and CrossCountry
All you need to know when you travel from Bournemouth to Chelmsford
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bournemouth to Chelmsford. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bournemouth to Chelmsford
How can I reach Chelmsford from Bournemouth?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Chelmsford from Bournemouth.
How far is Chelmsford from Bournemouth?
The distance between Bournemouth and Chelmsford is 198.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bournemouth and Chelmsford?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 34 kgs, and a flight 49 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?
You can get to Chelmsford with just £32 by taking a Train from South Western Railway.
What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Chelmsford?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chelmsford in just 4h 0m with a Train from South Western Railway.
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