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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £50 - £75 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £100 - £150.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Southend Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and Barking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

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

The distance between Gateshead and Southend-on-Sea is 307 miles. The road distance is 292.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

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

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 9h 55m.

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

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

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

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea is 292 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea.

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Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Barking to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
4h 16m
£106–145
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
7h 17m
£52–75
Drive 290.7 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Southend-on-Seacar 290.7 mi
4h 55m
£72–104
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
4h 53m
£83–298
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus 598 / ...
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
9h 55m
£56–91
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
5h 37m
£127–278
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
5h 35m
£128–394
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
6h 21m
£96–260
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
6h 20m
£103–275
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
6h 41m
£101–219

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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Distance: 304.9 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Southend Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Barking station, and Barking in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 55m.

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