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

The cheapest way to get from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £26 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Town Centre and arriving at Travel Centre via Market Gates, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Beccles and arriving at Southend Victoria via Ipswich and Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

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

The distance between Gorleston-on-Sea and Southend-on-Sea is 126 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Market Gates station.

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

Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Beccles station.

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

The best way to get from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 53m.

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

Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Beccles to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Shenfieldtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
5h 5m
£52–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Gates to Coach Stationbus 727
6h 53m
£27–63
Drive 110.4 mi
1. Drive from Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Seacar 110.4 mi
2h 10m
£27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
5h 13m
£45–85

Gorleston-on-Sea to Southend-on-Sea by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 124.9 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Town Centre to Southend Victoria via Caxton Road, Beccles, Ipswich, and Shenfield in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Market Gates to Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–55 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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