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

The cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 11 min and costs £2 - £5.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from School Lane and arriving at Southend Pier. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Benfleet and arriving at Southend Central. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between South Benfleet and Southend-on-Sea is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs £2 - £5.

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

The train from Benfleet to Southend Central takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from School Lane station.

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

South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from Benfleet station.

Train or bus from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 11 min and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 35 min.

Where does the South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Southend Pier station.

Where does the South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

Can I drive from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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South Benfleet to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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

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1. Take the train from Benfleet to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
11 min
£2–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from School Lane to Southend Pierbus 1X
35 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Seataxi 8 mi
17 min
£21–26
Drive 8 mi
1. Drive from South Benfleet to Southend-on-Seacar 8 mi
17 min
£2–3

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Distance: 6.5 mi
Duration: 11 min

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

c2c operates a train from Benfleet to Southend Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from School Lane to Southend Pier every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 35 min. First Essex also services this route every 30 minutes.

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