What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester Bus Station and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Travel Centre via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester Bus Station and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Colchester Town and arriving at Southend Victoria via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Colchester Bus Station and Southend-on-Sea is 55 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £26 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester Town station.

Train or bus from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea is 42 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea.

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Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester Town to Shenfieldtrain Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 39m
£26–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
2h 44m
£5–6
Drive 41.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Seacar 41.8 mi
48 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Seataxi 41.8 mi
48 min
£95–120

Colchester Bus Station to Southend-on-Sea by foot and train

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Distance: 54.9 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Colchester Bus Station, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a vehicle from Colchester Bus Station to Southend Victoria via Colchester Town and Shenfield in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osborne Street to Travel Centre via Bus Station in around 2h 44m.

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