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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £35 - £45.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Eastwood Road and arriving at Travel Centre. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Southend Victoria. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

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

The distance between Rayleigh and Southend-on-Sea is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs £4 - £7.

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

The train from Rayleigh to Southend Victoria takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Eastwood Road station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 19 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £4 and takes 32 min.

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

Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Travel Centre station.

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

Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Southend Victoria station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea is 7 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
19 min
£4–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Eastwood Road to Travel Centrebus X30
32 min
£1–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rayleigh to Southend-on-Seataxi 6.7 mi
12 min
£35–45
Drive 6.7 mi
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Southend-on-Seacar 6.7 mi
12 min
£2–3

Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Rayleigh to Southend Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Eastwood Road to Travel Centre every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 32 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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