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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Southend-on-Sea is to line 170 bus and bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £11.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Essex station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Travel Centre via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Southend Victoria via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

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

The distance between Essex and Southend-on-Sea is 43 miles. The road distance is 30.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Essex to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

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

Essex to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £14 and takes 1h 28m.

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

Essex to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Travel Centre station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Southend-on-Sea is 31 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Essex to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Essex to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Essex to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Shenfieldtrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 18m
£20–38
Line 170 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakers Lane to Bus Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
1h 51m
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
1h 28m
£8–13
Drive 30.3 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Southend-on-Seacar 30.3 mi
38 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essex to Southend-on-Seataxi 30.3 mi
38 min
£70–90

Essex to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 42.6 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Southend Victoria via Shenfield in around 1h 18m. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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