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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £15 - £23.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Gatwick Airport via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Gatwick is 63 miles. The road distance is 62.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick, including transfers.

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

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

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

Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick train services, operated by c2c, arrive at London Fenchurch Street station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

There are 1105+ hotels available in Gatwick.

Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 100 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick by train, car, bus, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Streettrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 45m
£25–40
Drive 61.8 mi
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1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Gatwickcar 61.8 mi
1h 8m
£16–23
Train, line 100 bus
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
2h 43m
£32–39
Subway, train, line 100 bus
1. Take the subway from Upminster station to Victoria stationsubway
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
3h 10m
£30–42

Southend-on-Sea to Gatwick by train and foot

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.8 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Southend Central to Gatwick Airport via London Fenchurch Street and London Bridge in around 1h 45m.

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