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

The cheapest way to get from Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £11 - £16.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Chelsea station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from South Kensington station and arriving at Southend Central via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

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

The distance between Chelsea and Southend-on-Sea is 40 miles. The road distance is 45.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 28m and costs £15 - £23.

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

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

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

Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

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

Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from South Kensington station.

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

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

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

Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at West Ham station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 878+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Can I share a ride from Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chelsea and Southend-on-Sea. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea by subway, train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from South Kensington station to West Ham stationsubway District
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 28m
£16–23
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Southend-on-Searideshare 40.7 mi
1h 18m
£3
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 57m
£11–17
Line 26 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Liverpool Street Stationbus 26 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 57m
£21–32
Drive 45 mi
1. Drive from Chelsea to Southend-on-Seacar 45 mi
1h 13m
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelsea to Southend-on-Seataxi 45 mi
1h 13m
£190–240

Chelsea to Southend-on-Sea by subway and train

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Distance: 40.1 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a bus from London Victoria to Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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