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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £15 - £22.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Southend Central via London Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

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

The distance between Gatwick and Southend-on-Sea is 68 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

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

Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 907+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 51m
£33–75
Drive 62.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Southend-on-Seacar 62.2 mi
1h 8m
£16–22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 8m
£18–33
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Upminster stationsubway
3. Take the train from Upminster to Southend Centraltrain
2h 22m
£41–118

Gatwick to Southend-on-Sea by bus, train, and subway

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.2 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Povey Cross Road East to Southend Central via Gatwick South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, London Bridge, London Bridge station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 51m.

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