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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Somerset is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Somerset is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £65.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Verriers via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Taunton via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Somerset is 197 miles. The road distance is 185.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Somerset, including transfers.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 4m.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Somerset is 185 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 807+ hotels available in Somerset.

Southend-on-Sea to Somerset - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Somerset by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 16m
£84–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Verriersbus 502
8h 4m
£40–96
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Verriersbus Sf1
5h 24m
Drive 184.2 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Somersetcar 184.2 mi
4h 3m
£45–65
Train to London City Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
6h 7m
£206–469
Fly from London Southend Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane SEN - BRS
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
5h 49m
£44–196
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
7h 25m
£89–213

Southend-on-Sea to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 196 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Shovel Lane via Stratford, London Paddington, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Verriers via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 4m.

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