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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth is to train and bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Bournemouth via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Bournemouth is 148 miles. The road distance is 153 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth, including transfers.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth.

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

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 11m
£58–149
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
6h 4m
£36–71
Drive 152.1 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouthcar 152.1 mi
2h 43m
£38–54

Southend-on-Sea to Bournemouth by train and subway

261Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.7 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Southend Central to Bournemouth via West Ham, West Ham station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 11m.

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