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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and line 170 bus which costs £9 - £15 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £19.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Travel Centre via Post Office and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

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

The distance between Stanstead and Southend-on-Sea is 67 miles. The road distance is 53.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to line 41 bus and train which takes 3h 2m and costs £29 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Post Office station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 878+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, and bus

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

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Line 41 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stanway Close to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Marks Tey to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoriatrain
3h 2m
£29–48
Bus, line 170 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 86 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Bus Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
4h 22m
£9–14
Line 41 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Stanway Close to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Marks Teytrain
3. Take the train from Marks Tey to Chelmsfordtrain
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 15m
£17–28
Drive 53.3 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Southend-on-Seacar 53.3 mi
1h 10m
£14–19
Line 371 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Post Office to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 52m
£11–18

Stanstead to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

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3h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Travel Centre via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Post Office, and Bus Station in around 3h 52m.

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