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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £21.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Whitegate Road via Pudding Lane, Waterfront Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Southend Central via Ashford International, Stratford International DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

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

The distance between Kent and Southend-on-Sea is 94 miles. The road distance is 57.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 4m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Kent to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Kent to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Ensign Bus, depart from Bus Station.

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

Kent to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Southend-on-Sea is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 4m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus and line 28 bus, which costs and takes 5h 16m.

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

Kent to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Ensign Bus, arrive at Bus Station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Southend-on-Sea is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Kent to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Kent to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 100 bus

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

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 4m
£43–91
Drive 57.3 mi
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1. Drive from Kent to Southend-on-Seacar 57.3 mi
1h 7m
£14–21
Bus, line 100 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Whitegate Roadbus 25 / ...
5h 16m
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 47m
£44–96

Kent to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 93.4 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Southend Central via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Whitegate Road via Royal Star Arcade, Pudding Lane, Waterfront Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 16m.

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