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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

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

The distance between Stroud and Southend-on-Sea is 169 miles. The road distance is 148.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Stroud to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Stroud to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Merrywalks station.

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

Stroud to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 6m.

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

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

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

Stroud to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Southend-on-Sea is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Stroud to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 30m
£70–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 6m
£29–46
Drive 147.7 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Southend-on-Seacar 147.7 mi
3h 3m
£38–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk044
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
7h 9m
£35–49

Stroud to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Merrywalks to Southend Victoria via Transport Hub, Gloucester, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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