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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £90.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Travel Centre via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Southend Victoria via Swansea, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

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

The distance between Llanelli and Southend-on-Sea is 248 miles. The road distance is 244.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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

Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 52m.

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

Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
5h 17m
£113–226
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
9h 52m
£47–119
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
9h 19m
£58–113
Drive 243.2 mi
1. Drive from Llanelli to Southend-on-Seacar 243.2 mi
4h 35m
£60–86
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
8h 42m
£334–668

Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 246.6 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Llanelli to Southend Victoria via Swansea, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Travel Centre via Swansea Bus Station Stand P, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 52m.

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