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

The cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £10 - £16.

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

No, there is no direct train from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath and arriving at Southend Central via London Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Thornton Heath and Southend-on-Sea is 49 miles. The road distance is 45.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £21 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southern, depart from Thornton Heath station.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea by train, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornton Heath to London Bridgetrain East Croydon - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 43m
£21–55
Drive 45.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Seacar 45.2 mi
1h 9m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Seataxi 45.2 mi
1h 9m
£240–290
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Thornton Heath to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Upminster stationsubway
3. Take the train from Upminster to Southend Centraltrain
2h
£26–84

Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a train from Thornton Heath to Southend Central via London Bridge, London Bridge station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 43m.

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