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

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £60.

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

No, there is no direct train from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Southend-on-Sea is 172 miles. The road distance is 160.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to line 174 bus and train which takes 4h 32m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Castle Cary station.

Train or fly from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea is to fly which takes 7h 7m and costs £45 - £250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 889+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 174 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
4h 32m
£66–124
Drive 160 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Seacar 160 mi
3h 30m
£40–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus Sf3
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
4h 39m
Fly to London Southend Airport
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane BRS - SEN
7h 7m
£50–247
Train
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to London Paddingtontrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 36m
£71–135
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
7h 39m
£252–356

Shepton Mallet to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

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Distance: 171 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

easyJet and KLM fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Southend Airport (SEN) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beech House to Southend Victoria via Castle Cary Station, Castle Cary, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 36m.

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