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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £55 - £100.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

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

The distance between Swindon and Southend-on-Sea is 123 miles. The road distance is 126.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Swindon to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 22m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Southend-on-Sea is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 30m
£56–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
5h 22m
£23–38
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Swindon - Regent Circus to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus
2. Take the subway from Hammersmith to West Ham stationsubway
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
3h 30m
£27–38
Drive 125.7 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Southend-on-Seacar 125.7 mi
2h 34m
£31–45

Swindon to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 122.5 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 22m.

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