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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Southend Central via Waterloo station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

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

The distance between Southampton and Southend-on-Sea is 119 miles. The road distance is 127.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 913+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Southampton to Southend-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea by train 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 Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 26m
£50–121
Drive 126.3 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Southend-on-Seacar 126.3 mi
2h 21m
£31–45
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
3h 35m
£73–136

Southampton to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Southend Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 26m.

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