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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £17 - £25.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Polegate via West Ham station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and East Sussex is 109 miles. The road distance is 72.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

There are 1301+ hotels available in East Sussex.

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

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

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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 Victoria to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
3h 54m
£50–113
Drive 71.9 mi
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1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to East Sussexcar 71.9 mi
1h 31m
£18–25
Train, line 344 bus
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Clapham Junction Stationbus 344
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Polegatetrain
4h 43m
£55–101

Southend-on-Sea to East Sussex by train, subway, and bus

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 108.4 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Southend Central to The Brewers Arms via West Ham, West Ham station, Victoria station, London Victoria, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 3h 54m.

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