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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea is to line 200 bus and line 28 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Asda and arriving at Park Tavern via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Gravesend and arriving at Southend Central via Stratford International DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

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

The distance between Gravesend and Southend-on-Sea is 24 miles. The road distance is 35.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to line 200 bus and train which takes 1h 12m and costs £9 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Asda station.

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

Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gravesend station.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea is to line 200 bus and line 28 bus which takes 2h 4m and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 1h 18m.

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

Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

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

Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea is 36 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea.

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Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 200 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 200 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Asda to Bus Stationbus 200
2. Take the train from Grays to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 12m
£9–19
Line 200 bus, line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asda to Bus Stationbus 200
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park Tavernbus 28
2h 4m
£4–6
Drive 35.4 mi
1. Drive from Gravesend to Southend-on-Seacar 35.4 mi
47 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gravesend to Southend-on-Seataxi 35.4 mi
47 min
£85–100
Train
1. Take the train from Gravesend to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 18m
£22–45

Gravesend to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

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Distance: 24.2 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Asda to Park Tavern via Bus Station in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gravesend to Southend Central via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 1h 18m.

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