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

The cheapest way to get from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £14.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Ponders End and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Ponders End and Southend-on-Sea is 51 miles. The road distance is 39.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ponders End station.

Where does the Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea is 40 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 279 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ponders End to London Liverpool Streettrain Bishops Stortford - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 34m
£24–48
Drive 39.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ponders End to Southend-on-Seacar 39.4 mi
55 min
£10–14
Line 279 bus, line 254 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ponders End Park to Manor House Stationbus 279
2. Take the bus from Manor House Station to Aldgatebus 254
3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Centraltrain
2h 54m
£14–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ponders End to Southend-on-Seataxi 39.4 mi
55 min
£95–120

Ponders End to Southend-on-Sea by train

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1h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50.8 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Ponders End to Southend Victoria via London Liverpool Street in around 1h 34m.

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