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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea is to line 717 bus and line 371 bus and bus which costs £8 - £17 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £14 - £21.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Travel Centre via Post Office and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Southend Victoria via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

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

The distance between Ipswich and Southend-on-Sea is 70 miles. The road distance is 58.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 717 bus and line 371 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 3h 14m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Shenfieldtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 48m
£34–61
Line 717 bus, line 371 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Railway Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 14m
£9–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
2h
£21–37
Drive 57.8 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Southend-on-Seacar 57.8 mi
1h 4m
£14–21

Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 69.5 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Southend Victoria via Shenfield in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Travel Centre via Railway Station, Post Office, and Bus Station in around 3h 14m.

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