What is the cheapest way to get from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southend Airport (SEN) and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Holiday Inn Southend Airport and arriving at Newhall Street via Railway Station, Bus Station, Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Southend Airport (SEN) and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Southend Airport and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham?

The distance between Southend Airport (SEN) and Birmingham is 156 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 42m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham bus from?

Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham train from?

Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Airport station.

Train or bus from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham is to train via London which takes 2h 42m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham bus arrive?

Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham train arrive?

Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham?

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Can I share a ride from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southend Airport to London Liverpool Streettrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 42m
£56–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Streetbus Uk030 / ...
6h 7m
£26–50
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Southend-SEN to Birminghamrideshare 149.5 mi
2h 33m
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Southend Airport (SEN) to Birminghamcar 149.5 mi
2h 33m
£36–53
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
5h 48m
£91–139

Southend Airport (SEN) to Birmingham by train, foot, and subway

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Southend Airport (SEN), England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Southend Airport to Birmingham New Street via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Holiday Inn Southend Airport to Newhall Street via Railway Station, Bus Station, Coach Station, and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 6h 7m.

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