What is the cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham (Kent) and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham (Kent) station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Whitegate Road via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham (Kent) and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Southend Central via Stratford International DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Gillingham (Kent) and Southend-on-Sea is 63 miles. The road distance is 44.6 miles.

How do I travel from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £26 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Ensign Bus, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus and line 28 bus, which costs and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Ensign Bus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea is 45 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea.

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Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 39m
£27–55
Drive 44.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Seacar 44.4 mi
55 min
£11–16
Bus, line 100 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus x80
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Whitegate Roadbus 25 / ...
3h 35m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Seataxi 44.4 mi
55 min
£100–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Greenhithe for Bluewatertrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus x80
3. Take the train from Chafford Hundred to Southend Centraltrain
2h 38m

Gillingham (Kent) to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 62.3 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Gillingham (Kent), England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Southend Central via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Whitegate Road via Greenhithe for Bluewater, Railway Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 35m.

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