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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £85 - £160.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Southend Victoria via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

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

The distance between Manchester and Southend-on-Sea is 228 miles. The road distance is 218.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Manchester to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Manchester to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 27m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £220 and takes 5h 2m.

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

Manchester to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

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

Manchester to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Southend-on-Sea is 219 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Manchester to Southend-on-Sea - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 33m
£87–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
7h 27m
£46–105
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
5h 59m
£47–107
Drive 217.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Southend-on-Seacar 217.5 mi
4h 21m
£53–77
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
4h 26m
£92–317
Fly to London Southend Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane MAN - SEN
5h 2m
£50–219
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
5h 43m
£217–383
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
4h 45m
£122–286
Fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
6h 34m
£81–252

Manchester to Southend-on-Sea by train, subway, and foot

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3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.8 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Travel Centre via Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 27m.

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