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Compare train for Chelmsford to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, while a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (2h 19m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $46 (€37) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get from Chelmsford to Southampton by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Chelmsford to Southampton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 7:44 AM2h38Chelmsford10:22 AMSouthampton$451One-way0 transfers
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- 7:44 AM2h38Chelmsford10:22 AMSouthampton$451One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- 7:44 AM2h38Chelmsford10:22 AMSouthampton$451One-way0 transfers
Other options
- 8:02 AM2h47Chelmsford10:49 AMSouthampton$501One-way0 transfers
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- Around 7 buses per day.
- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chelmsford and Southampton as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Chelmsford station (CHM) and arrive in Southampton Central (SOU).
- Travel with South Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Southampton by train.
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