What is the cheapest way to get from London to Southend East?

The cheapest way to get from London to Southend East is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Southend East?

The fastest way to get from London to Southend East is to train which takes 57 min and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct train between London and Southend East?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Fenchurch Street and arriving at Southend East. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from London to Southend East?

The distance between London and Southend East is 37 miles. The road distance is 43.5 miles.

How do I travel from London to Southend East without a car?

The best way to get from London to Southend East without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £13 - £21.

How long does it take to get from London to Southend East?

The train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend East takes 57 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the London to Southend East train from?

London to Southend East train services, operated by c2c, depart from London Fenchurch Street station.

Where does the London to Southend East train arrive?

London to Southend East train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend East station.

Can I drive from London to Southend East?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Southend East is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from London to Southend East.

How do I get a train ticket from London to Southend East?

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Where can I stay near Southend East?

There are 884+ hotels available in Southend East.

Can I share a ride from London to Southend East?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London and Southend East. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London to Southend East - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from London to Southend East by train, bus, car, taxi, subway, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Easttrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness
57 min
£13–21
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Southend-on-Searideshare 40.7 mi
1h 40m
£3
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
2h 5m
£16–25
Drive 43.2 mi
1. Drive from London to Southend Eastcar 43.2 mi
1h 7m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London to Southend Easttaxi 43.2 mi
1h 7m
£190–230
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Embankment station to Upminster stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Upminster to Southend Easttrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 29m
£17–23

London to Southend East by train

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Distance: 36.4 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between London, England and Southend East, England?

c2c operates a train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend East every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 57 min.

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