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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay is to line 25 bus and line 100 bus and bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £26.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Whitegate Road and arriving at Library via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Herne Bay via West Ham DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Herne Bay is 89 miles. The road distance is 74.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay, including transfers.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Whitegate Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 25 bus and line 100 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay?

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Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 25 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay 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 Stratford International to Herne Baytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 2m
£41–85
Line 25 bus, line 100 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitegate Road to Bus Stationbus 25 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 18m
£16–31
Drive 74 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Herne Baycar 74 mi
1h 21m
£18–26

Southend-on-Sea to Herne Bay by train

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Distance: 89 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Southend Central to Herne Bay via West Ham, West Ham DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Whitegate Road to Library via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 18m.

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