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Manchester to Southend-on-Sea buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Manchester and Southend-on-Sea takes 8h 34m and the fastest bus takes 7h 27m. The bus service runs several times per day from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 34m
Duration
261 mi
Distance
£57
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bus

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  1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus bus 540 / ...
  2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus bus A6
7h 49m
£46–109

Manchester to Southend-on-Sea bus times

Buses run every 4 hours between Manchester and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 10:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Golders Green Station and take an average of 8h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 261 mi
  • Duration: 8h 34m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 49m.

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