How much for a train..?

Question

How much would a train cost approx from essex to birmingham?

Its about 200miles.

Thanks :)

Answer 1

Depends on the route you take and the time of day you travel.

The options are to  go via:

Ipswich/Ely which  will be cheaper, but the trains are less frequent or

London which is busier, but shorter travelling  time and more choice of trains - you  may also find there are more travel restrictions (time-wise) via London to  encourage you to avoid the rush hour.

If you  want to  know pricing  I suggest you  visit the National Rail Enquiries Website (http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/) ***BUT*** beware they are not always right and may  give wrong information re times, prices and availability.  The best source of info is you local station.

Single tickets seem to be in the order of £53 - £78 (one way)  but this may  vary  as to how far in advance you book and when you  travel.  Return tickets vary  as to  when you  travel and when you  want to  return

I  hope this helps!!

Answer 2

Depends from where in Essex which is a large County - Loughton, Southend, Colchester, Clacton? Where you start from may determine the route and therefore the fare. Without more detail a sensible answer cannot be given, so check yourself on www.thetrainline.co.uk.

Later. From Colchester it is a 3 hour journey (Travelling via Liverpool Street and Euston) The fare for an adult saver return is £54.10.