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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Skegness is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Skegness via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Skegness is 207 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Skegness, including transfers.

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

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

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

Southend-on-Sea to Skegness train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Skegness is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Skegness.

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

Book your Southend-on-Sea to Skegness train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1867+ hotels available in Skegness.

Southend-on-Sea to Skegness - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

How to get fromSouthend-on-Sea to Skegness

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
4h 53m
£80–148
Drive 152.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Skegnesscar 152.6 mi
3h 10m
£38–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
4. Take the train from Sleaford to Skegnesstrain
7h 46m
£78–123

Southend-on-Sea to Skegness by train and subway

82Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Southend-on-Sea to Skegness.

Launch map view

Distance: 205.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Skegness via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 4h 53m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.