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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Southend Victoria via Manchester Piccadilly, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

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

The distance between Bolton and Southend-on-Sea is 239 miles. The road distance is 237.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Bolton to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

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

Bolton to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £230 and takes 5h 27m.

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

Bolton to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

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

Bolton to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Southend-on-Sea is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Bolton to Southend-on-Sea - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bolton to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 12m
£91–168
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
7h 40m
£49–110
Drive 235.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Southend-on-Seacar 235.9 mi
4h 11m
£58–83
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
4h 51m
£97–325
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Golders Green Stationbus 540
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
8h 14m
£49–111
Fly to London Southend Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane MAN - SEN
5h 27m
£49–227
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
5h 10m
£126–295
Fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
7h 1m
£85–240

Bolton to Southend-on-Sea by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 237.9 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Southend Victoria via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 14m.

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