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

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £20.

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

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Southend Victoria via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Watford Junction and Southend-on-Sea is 62 miles. The road distance is 56.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £27 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea by train, car, bus, or subway

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best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 50m
£27–87
Drive 56.5 mi
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1. Drive from Watford Junction to Southend-on-Seacar 56.5 mi
1h 9m
£14–20
Line 142 bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Stanmore Stationbus 142
2. Take the subway from Stanmore station to West Ham stationsubway
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
2h 18m
£34–105

Watford Junction to Southend-on-Sea by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 61.5 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 50m.

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