What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Southend East?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Southend East is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Southend East?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Southend East is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Southend East?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Southend East. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Southend East via Waterloo station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Southampton to Southend East?

The distance between Southampton and Southend East is 119 miles. The road distance is 127.7 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Southend East without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Southend East without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Southend East?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Southampton to Southend East, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Southend East train from?

Southampton to Southend East train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Southend East train arrive?

Southampton to Southend East train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Southend East?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Southend East is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Southampton to Southend East.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Southend East?

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Where can I stay near Southend East?

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Southampton to Southend East - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Southend East by train, bus, subway, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Easttrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness
2h 30m
£51–123
Drive 127 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Southend Eastcar 127 mi
2h 23m
£31–45
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk061
2. Take the subway from Hammersmith to Upminster stationsubway District
4h 16m
£38–111

Southampton to Southend East by train and subway

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Southend East, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Southend East via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 30m.

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