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

The cheapest way to get from Sussex to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sussex to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £24.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sussex to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Haywards Heath and arriving at Southend Central via London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

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

The distance between Sussex and Southend-on-Sea is 82 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sussex to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Sussex to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Sussex to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Haywards Heath station.

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

Sussex to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Sussex to Southend-on-Sea is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Sussex to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 909+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Sussex to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 35 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haywards Heath to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 17m
£50–88
Drive 67.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sussex to Southend-on-Seacar 67.6 mi
1h 30m
£17–24
Train via Lewes
1. Take the train from Lewes to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
3h 41m
£46–102
Train, line 35 bus
1. Take the train from Lewes to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon to Liverpool Street Stationbus 35
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
4h 36m
£49–150

Sussex to Southend-on-Sea by foot, bus, train, and subway

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3h 41mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81.4 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from Sussex to Southend Central via Haywards Heath, London Bridge, and London Fenchurch Street in around 2h 17m.

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