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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to New Forest is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to New Forest is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £29 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Bedwyn via Stratford, London Paddington and Newbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to New Forest?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and New Forest is 137 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to New Forest without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Southend-on-Sea to New Forest, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to New Forest train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to New Forest train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to New Forest is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1045+ hotels available in New Forest.

Southend-on-Sea to New Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 1 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus X5
3h 36m
Drive 120.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to New Forestcar 120.6 mi
2h 30m
£30–43
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Newbury Wharfbus 1
5h 36m
£42–87
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
4h 47m
£53–102

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Savernake Hospital via Stratford, London Paddington, Newbury, Bedwyn, and Railway Station in around 4h 47m.

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