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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Watford is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Watford is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £14 - £21.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Watford station. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Watford station via Liverpool Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Watford is 63 miles. The road distance is 57.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Watford without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 9m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Watford, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Watford is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Watford.

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

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Southend-on-Sea to Watford - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the subway from Liverpool Street station to Watford stationsubway Metropolitan
2h 9m
£41–111
Drive 57.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Watfordcar 57.5 mi
1h 8m
£14–21
Train, subway, line 142 bus
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Take the subway from West Ham station to Stanmore stationsubway
3. Take the bus from Stanmore Station to St Mary's Roadbus 142
2h 15m
£34–100

Southend-on-Sea to Watford by train and subway

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.7 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Southend-on-Sea to Watford. However, you can take the train to London Liverpool Street, walk to Liverpool Street station, then take the subway to Watford station. Alternatively, you can drive from Southend-on-Sea to Watford in around 1h 8m.

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