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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

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

The distance between Gloucester and Southend-on-Sea is 160 miles. The road distance is 147.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

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

Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 1m.

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

Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 10m
£75–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 1m
£34–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk044
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
5h 5m
£36–87
Drive 146.4 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Southend-on-Seacar 146.4 mi
2h 52m
£36–52

Gloucester to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 159.1 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 1m.

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