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

The cheapest way to get from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

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

No, there is no direct bus from London Docklands station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Canary Wharf station and arriving at Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

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

No, there is no direct train from London Docklands station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Canary Wharf station and arriving at Southend Central via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between London Docklands and Southend-on-Sea is 35 miles. The road distance is 38 miles.

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

The best way to get from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Canary Wharf station.

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

London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from West Ham station.

Train or bus from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £22 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

Can I drive from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea is 38 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 2m
£14–33
Drive 37.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Docklands to Southend-on-Seacar 37.8 mi
49 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canary Wharf station to Coach Stationbus A9
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 19m
£11–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Docklands to Southend-on-Seataxi 37.8 mi
49 min
£90–110
Train via Stratford station
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 21m
£22–49

London Docklands to Southend-on-Sea by foot and bus

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Distance: 34.9 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

c2c operates a train from West Ham to Southend Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £11–23 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from London Docklands to Travel Centre via Canary Wharf station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 19m.

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