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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Southend Victoria via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

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

The distance between Coventry and Southend-on-Sea is 139 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Coventry to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 5h 11m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Southend-on-Sea is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 25m
£54–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
5h 11m
£27–60
Drive 128.2 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Southend-on-Seacar 128.2 mi
2h 16m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Quadrant to Railway Stationbus X18 / ...
2. Take the train from Leamington Spa to London Marylebonetrain
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
4h 8m
£64–136

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

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Distance: 137.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Coventry to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 11m.

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