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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £75 - £110.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Southend Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

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

The distance between Leeds and Southend-on-Sea is 224 miles. The road distance is 212.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Leeds to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Leeds to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

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

Leeds to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Leeds station.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 16m.

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

Leeds to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

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

Leeds to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Southend-on-Sea is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Leeds to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Leeds 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 Leeds to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
3h 31m
£78–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus 561 / ...
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
7h 16m
£35–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Uk014 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
5h 24m
£41–58
Drive 211.2 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Southend-on-Seacar 211.2 mi
3h 39m
£53–76
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
5h 36m
£106–319
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
4. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
6h 2m
£129–289
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
6h 24m
£115–386

Leeds to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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Distance: 222.7 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Leeds to Southend Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 16m.

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