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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

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

No, there is no direct train from Watford station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

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

The distance between Watford and Southend-on-Sea is 63 miles. The road distance is 57.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 9m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Watford to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Watford to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Watford station.

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

Watford to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Liverpool Street station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Southend-on-Sea is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Watford to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Watford station to Liverpool Street stationsubway Metropolitan
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 9m
£41–115
Drive 57 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Southend-on-Seacar 57 mi
1h 10m
£14–20
Line 142 bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Beechen Grove 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 15m
£34–105

Watford to Southend-on-Sea by subway and train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.7 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Watford to Southend-on-Sea. However, you can take the subway to Liverpool Street station, walk to London Liverpool Street, then take the train to Southend Victoria. Alternatively, you can drive from Watford to Southend-on-Sea in around 1h 10m.

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