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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Verriers and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

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

The distance between Somerset and Southend-on-Sea is 197 miles. The road distance is 184.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Somerset to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Verriers station.

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

Somerset to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 6m.

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

Somerset to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Southend-on-Sea is 184 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 912+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Somerset to Southend-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Somerset to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 25m
£88–167
Bus, fly to London Southend Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane BRS - SEN
5h 35m
£39–196
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus Sf1
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
4h 50m
Drive 183.1 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Southend-on-Seacar 183.1 mi
4h 5m
£45–65
Bus, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
6h 7m
£206–470
Bus
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 6m
£42–98
Bus, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
7h 20m
£84–229

Somerset to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

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Distance: 195.9 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Southend Victoria via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Verriers to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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