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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Newhall Street via Bus Station, Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Birmingham is 157 miles. The road distance is 151.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 47m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham, including transfers.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is to train via London which takes 2h 47m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 20m.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham.

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

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Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria 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 47m
£57–140
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 20m
£24–48
Drive 150.7 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Birminghamcar 150.7 mi
2h 34m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Streettrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 7m
£49–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
6h 7m
£89–136

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Birmingham New Street via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Newhall Street via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 6h 20m.

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