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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Wales is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Wales is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £85 - £180.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Wales. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Wales. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Wales is 191 miles. The road distance is 194.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Wales, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Wales is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 30m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Wales is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Southend-on-Sea to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 43m
£89–175
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 Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
7h 30m
£40–96
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
6h 59m
£53–98
Drive 193.5 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiffcar 193.5 mi
3h 46m
£47–68

Southend-on-Sea to Wales by train

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Distance: 190.1 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 30m.

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