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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £21 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Southend Central via London Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

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

The distance between Brighton and Southend-on-Sea is 89 miles. The road distance is 86.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Brighton to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Brighton to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

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

Brighton to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Southend-on-Sea is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Brighton to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 887+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 14m
£38–59
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
4h 14m
£21–33
Drive 85.9 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Southend-on-Seacar 85.9 mi
1h 35m
£22–31
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Upminster stationsubway
3. Take the train from Upminster to Southend Centraltrain
2h 39m
£41–69

Brighton to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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2h 14mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.5 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Southend Central via London Bridge, London Bridge station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 14m.

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