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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £35 - £95 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £85 - £170.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

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

The distance between Wales and Southend-on-Sea is 191 miles. The road distance is 195 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Wales to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Wales to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Wales to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 51m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Southend-on-Sea is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Wales to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 24m
£89–168
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
4h 55m
£40–92
Drive 193.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Southend-on-Seacar 193.9 mi
3h 47m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 51m
£40–93

Wales to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 190.1 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 51m.

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