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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal via Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Birmingham International via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Birmingham NEC is 150 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 43m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC is to train via London which takes 2h 43m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 38m.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC.

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

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Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC - 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 NEC 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 Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 43m
£52–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
6h 38m
£29–71
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NECcar 138.8 mi
2h 28m
£34–49
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 Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 3m
£44–117
Train via Milton Keynes
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Bletchleytrain
3. Take the train from Bletchley to Birmingham Internationaltrain
4h 48m
£49–117

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham NEC by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Birmingham NEC via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham International in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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