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

The cheapest way to get from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea is to line 170 bus and bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £12.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Rue De Jeunes and arriving at Travel Centre via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Braintree and arriving at Southend Victoria via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

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

The distance between Braintree and Southend-on-Sea is 46 miles. The road distance is 32.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Braintree to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Rue De Jeunes station.

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

Braintree to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.

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

The best way to get from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 170 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 56m.

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

Braintree to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

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

Braintree to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Braintree to Southend-on-Sea is 32 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Braintree to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 170 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braintree to Shenfieldtrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 28m
£22–41
Line 170 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rue De Jeunes to Bus Stationbus 70 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
1h 56m
£4–6
Drive 32.3 mi
1. Drive from Braintree to Southend-on-Seacar 32.3 mi
41 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Braintree to Southend-on-Seataxi 32.3 mi
41 min
£75–95

Braintree to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 45.8 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Braintree to Southend Victoria via Shenfield in around 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rue De Jeunes to Travel Centre via Bus Station in around 1h 56m.

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