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

The cheapest way to get from Bow to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bow to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £14.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Bow station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bow Church Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Bow station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bromley-by-Bow station and arriving at Southend Central via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

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

The distance between Bow and Southend-on-Sea is 33 miles. The road distance is 38.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bow to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Bow to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

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

Bow to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from West Ham station.

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

The best way to get from Bow to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £15 and takes 2h 57m.

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

Bow to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

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

Bow to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Bow to Southend-on-Sea is 38 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Bow to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Bow to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Bow to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
55 min
£11–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bow Church Station to Coach Stationbus A9
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
2h 57m
£9–14
Drive 38.2 mi
1. Drive from Bow to Southend-on-Seacar 38.2 mi
52 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bow to Southend-on-Seataxi 38.2 mi
52 min
£160–200
Train via Stratford (London)
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 16m
£19–30

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Distance: 32.4 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Bow, Greater London, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

c2c operates a train from West Ham to Southend Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bow Church Station to Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station in around 2h 57m.

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