How to travel from Chelmsford to Birmingham

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Compare train for Chelmsford to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr747 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr747, while a train costs an average of kr747.

Distance: 113 miles (182 km)

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from Chelmsford to Birmingham

How to get from Chelmsford to Birmingham by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Chelmsford to Birmingham is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Chiltern RailwaysL37383+Greater AngliaP01078+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Marylebone
    7:22 AM3h43
    Chelmsford station (CHM)
    11:05 AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    kr8781One-way
    2 transfers

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  • Chiltern RailwaysL37383+Greater AngliaP01078+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Marylebone
    7:22 AM3h43
    Chelmsford station (CHM)
    11:05 AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    kr8781One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Avanti West CoastW33904+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+Greater AngliaC03885
    6:18 AM2h38
    Chelmsford station (CHM)
    8:56 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    kr17041One-way
    2 transfers

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  • Chiltern RailwaysL37887+CrossCountryG00855+Greater AngliaP66921+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Marylebone
    7:00 AM3h51
    Chelmsford station (CHM)
    10:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    kr8781One-way
    3 transfers
  • Chiltern RailwaysL37887+CrossCountryG00855+Greater AngliaP01074+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Marylebone
    6:54 AM3h57
    Chelmsford station (CHM)
    10:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    kr8781One-way
    3 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC37343+Chiltern RailwaysL37400+TubeTube from Farringdon to London Marylebone+Greater AngliaP66914
    6:39 AM3h26
    Chelmsford station (CHM)
    10:05 AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    kr12021One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Chelmsford to Birmingham

Travel to Birmingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chelmsford to Birmingham.

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You can travel between Chelmsford and Birmingham by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Chelmsford to Birmingham is a train with an average price of kr747.
The fastest way to travel from Chelmsford to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 3h 12m.
The distance from Chelmsford to Birmingham is approximately 113 miles (182 km).
The average frequency per day from Chelmsford to Birmingham is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chelmsford and Birmingham as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chelmsford to Birmingham:
  • Trains mostly depart from Chelmsford station (CHM) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chelmsford to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia to go to Birmingham by train.
Omio customers who travel from Chelmsford to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.

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