What is the cheapest way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Bath to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Bath and Southend-on-Sea is 153 miles. The road distance is 158.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bath to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Bath to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Bath to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.

Train or bus from Bath to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Bath to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Bath to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bath to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Bath to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bath to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Southend-on-Sea is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Bath to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Bath to Southend-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Bath to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 56m
£69–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 403 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
6h 23m
£27–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bath Bus Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk043
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
4h 36m
£31–44
Drive 157.5 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Southend-on-Seacar 157.5 mi
3h 14m
£40–57

Bath to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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