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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £16 - £24.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Southend Central via Blackfriars station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

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

The distance between Luton and Southend-on-Sea is 69 miles. The road distance is 66.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Luton to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Luton to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

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

Luton to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Southend-on-Sea is to train via London which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 54m.

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

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

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

Luton to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Blackfriars station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Southend-on-Sea is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Luton to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Luton to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Luton to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Luton to London Blackfriarstrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 4m
£32–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 54m
£12–19
Drive 66.4 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Southend-on-Seacar 66.4 mi
1h 15m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Luton to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 4m
£38–58
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Finchley Road Stationbus 757
2. Take the subway from Finchley Road station to West Ham stationsubway
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
2h 38m
£29–39

Luton to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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Distance: 68.3 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Southend Central via London Blackfriars, Blackfriars station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Travel Centre via Coach Station and Bus Station in around 3h 54m.

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