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How to get fromNew Forest to Southend-on-Seaby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from New Forest to Southend-on-Sea by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Fleming Waybus bus X5
    2. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain train
    3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain train
    3h 8m

  2. Drive 120.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from New Forest to Southend-on-Seacar car 120.8 mi
    2h 30m
    £30–43

  3. Line 1 bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Station Roadbus bus 1
    2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain train
    3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Centraltrain train
    4h 48m
    £42–88

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 134.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between New Forest, Wiltshire, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

There is no direct connection from New Forest to Southend-on-Sea. However, you can take the bus to Fleming Way, walk to Swindon, take the train to London Paddington, take the train to Stratford, then take the train to Southend Victoria. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Savernake Hospital to Southend Central via Newbury Wharf, Station Road, Reading, Liverpool Street Station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 4h 48m.

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