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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 45 min and costs £11 - £28.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West Ham and arriving at Southend Central. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

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

The distance between Stratford and Southend-on-Sea is 32 miles. The road distance is 35.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £11 - £28.

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

The train from West Ham to Southend Central takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Stratford to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from West Ham station.

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

Stratford to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Southend-on-Sea is 36 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Stratford to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
45 min
£11–28
Drive 35.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stratford to Southend-on-Seacar 35.5 mi
57 min
£9–13
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
1h 39m
£14–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stratford to Southend-on-Seataxi 35.5 mi
57 min
£160–200

Stratford to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 31.6 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

c2c operates a train from West Ham to Southend Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £11–23 and the journey takes 45 min. Greater Anglia also services this route every 30 minutes.

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