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

The cheapest way to get from Dedham to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dedham to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £18.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dedham to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from The Marlborough Head and arriving at Travel Centre via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Dedham to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Manningtree and arriving at Southend Victoria via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

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

The distance between Dedham and Southend-on-Sea is 62 miles. The road distance is 47.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dedham to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to line 81 bus and train which takes 2h 3m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Dedham to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Dedham to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from The Marlborough Head station.

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

Dedham to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

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

The best way to get from Dedham to Southend-on-Sea is to line 81 bus and bus which takes 2h 16m and costs £14 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 2h 29m.

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

Dedham to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Groves Close station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Dedham to Southend-on-Sea is 48 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Dedham to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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

Dedham to Southend-on-Sea - 6 ways to travel via train, line 81 bus, and bus

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

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Line 81 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Marlborough Head to Groves Closebus 81 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain
2h 3m
£26–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 55m
£6–9
Line 81 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Marlborough Head to Groves Closebus 81 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
2h 16m
£14–22
Drive 47.4 mi
1. Drive from Dedham to Southend-on-Seacar 47.4 mi
52 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dedham to Southend-on-Seataxi 47.4 mi
52 min
£200–250
Train
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Shenfieldtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 29m
£30–47

Dedham to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

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Distance: 61.6 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a bus from The Marlborough Head to Travel Centre via Groves Close, Colchester, Chelmsford, and Bus Station in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Marlborough Head to Southend Victoria via Station, Manningtree, and Shenfield in around 2h 29m.

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