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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

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

The distance between Swansea and Southend-on-Sea is 237 miles. The road distance is 232 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Swansea to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Swansea to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 11m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Southend-on-Sea is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Swansea to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Swansea to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 23m
£109–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
8h 11m
£49–112
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
7h 6m
£57–107
Drive 230.6 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Southend-on-Seacar 230.6 mi
4h 23m
£56–81
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
8h 26m
£299–708

Swansea to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 235.5 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 11m.

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