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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £24 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Norwich via Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Norwich via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Norwich is 116 miles. The road distance is 99.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich, including transfers.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Norwich bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Victoria Station Interchange.

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

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

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Norwich bus arrive?

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

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

Southend-on-Sea to Norwich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Norwich is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Norwich by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Shenfieldtrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Norwichtrain Shenfield - Norwich / ...
3h 8m
£55–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 to Norwichbus Uk007
5h 9m
£12–21
Drive 99.3 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Norwichcar 99.3 mi
1h 57m
£25–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Norwichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 26m
£42–78
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 53m
£22–51

Southend-on-Sea to Norwich by train

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Distance: 115.6 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Norwich via Shenfield in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Norwich via Bus Station and Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 in around 5h 9m.

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