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

The cheapest way to get from London to Southend-on-Sea is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £35.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Fenchurch Street and arriving at Southend Central. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

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

The distance between London and Southend-on-Sea is 36 miles. The road distance is 42.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £35.

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

The train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

London to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from London Fenchurch Street station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between London to Southend-on-Sea is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from London to Southend-on-Sea.

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

Book your London to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 906+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Can I share a ride from London to Southend-on-Sea?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
54 min
£12–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Southend-on-Searideshare 40.7 mi
1h 18m
£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
1h 46m
£16–29
Drive 42.6 mi
1. Drive from London to Southend-on-Seacar 42.6 mi
1h 5m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London to Southend-on-Seataxi 42.6 mi
1h 5m
£310–380

London to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

c2c operates a train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–26 and the journey takes 54 min. Greater Anglia also services this route every 30 minutes.

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