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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £85 - £140.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Southend Victoria via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

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

The distance between Liverpool and Southend-on-Sea is 238 miles. The road distance is 242.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

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

Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £280 and takes 5h 35m.

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

Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

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

Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to London Eustontrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 50m
£86–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk920
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
8h 48m
£37–56
Drive 240.7 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Southend-on-Seacar 240.7 mi
4h 10m
£61–88
Fly Liverpool to London Southend Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane LPL - SEN
5h 35m
£54–279
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 541 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
9h 8m
£56–92
Bus to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Airport The Stationbus
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 18m
£93–322
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
5h 41m
£326–628
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
6h 37m
£89–264

Liverpool to Southend-on-Sea by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 236.6 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 48m.

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