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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £130.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Travel Centre via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Southend Victoria via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

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

The distance between Chester and Southend-on-Sea is 224 miles. The road distance is 223.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Chester to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 6m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £280 and takes 6h 3m.

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

Chester to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coventry station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Southend-on-Sea is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Chester to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Chester 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 Chester to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 33m
£81–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus Ukn21
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
9h 6m
£35–58
Drive 221.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Southend-on-Seacar 221.9 mi
3h 55m
£55–80
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
5h 32m
£106–340
Fly Liverpool to London Southend Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane LPL - SEN
6h 3m
£54–276
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Southend Airport
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane MAN - SEN
6h 20m
£58–259
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
6h 14m
£291–635
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
7h 17m
£94–261

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

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3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.2 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Travel Centre via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 6m.

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