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

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea is to line 313 bus and bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £17.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Common Hill and arriving at Travel Centre via High Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Audley End and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Southend-on-Sea is 53 miles. The road distance is 46.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to line 313 bus and bus which takes 2h 44m and costs £7 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, depart from Common Hill station.

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

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

Train or bus from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea is to line 313 bus and bus which takes 2h 44m and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea.

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Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Line 313 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Common Hill to High Streetbus 313 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
2h 44m
£7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Audley End to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 44m
£43–83
Drive 46.6 mi
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Seacar 46.6 mi
1h 3m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Seataxi 46.6 mi
1h 3m
£110–140

Saffron Walden to Southend-on-Sea by bus

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Distance: 52.3 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Common Hill to Travel Centre via High Street and Bus Station in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Southend Victoria via Railway Station, Audley End, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 44m.

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