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

The cheapest way to get from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs £60 - £90.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Prouts Court Flats and arriving at Travel Centre via Railway Station, Bampfylde Street, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Okehampton and arriving at Southend Victoria via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

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

The distance between Launceston and Southend-on-Sea is 264 miles. The road distance is 253.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Launceston to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Dartline Coaches, depart from Railway Station.

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

Launceston to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

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

The best way to get from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 14m.

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

Launceston to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Dartline Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

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

Launceston to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Launceston to Southend-on-Sea is 253 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 911+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Launceston to Southend-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Launceston to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
6h 24m
£113–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 66
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
11h 14m
£50–113
Drive 251.7 mi
1. Drive from Launceston to Southend-on-Seacar 251.7 mi
5h 7m
£62–89
Fly Exeter to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
8h 25m
£249–504
Train via London
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
7h 56m
£91–212
Fly Exeter to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Centraltrain
8h 59m
£121–261
Fly Newquay Cornwall Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to London City Airport (LCY)plane NQY - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
10h 15m
£251–586

Launceston to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

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Distance: 262.2 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Prouts Court Flats to Southend Victoria via Railway Station, Okehampton, Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Prouts Court Flats to Travel Centre via Railway Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 14m.

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