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

The cheapest way to get from Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea is to line 724 bus and bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £21.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Hertfordshire station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Temp Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Welwyn Garden City and arriving at Southend Central via London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

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

The distance between Hertfordshire and Southend-on-Sea is 58 miles. The road distance is 59.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 8m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bus Station.

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

Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Welwyn Garden City station.

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

The best way to get from Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea is to train via London which takes 2h 8m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 724 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 3h 28m.

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

Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Temp Bus Station.

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

Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Moorgate station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 724 bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Moorgatetrain Welwyn Garden City - Moorgate
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 8m
£22–48
Line 724 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temp Bus Stationbus 724
2. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 59
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 28m
£5–7
Drive 58.9 mi
1. Drive from Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Seacar 58.9 mi
1h 6m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Moorgatetrain Welwyn Garden City - Moorgate
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 12m
£30–62

Hertfordshire to Southend-on-Sea by train and foot

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2h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 57.6 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a train from Welwyn Garden City to Southend Central via Moorgate and London Fenchurch Street in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre via Temp Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 28m.

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