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

The cheapest way to get from Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £13.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from North Woolwich Free Ferry and arriving at Park Tavern via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Woolwich station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and arriving at Southend Central via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

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

The distance between Woolwich and Southend-on-Sea is 36 miles. The road distance is 36.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

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

Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

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

The best way to get from Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus, which costs £8 - £18 and takes 1h 55m.

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

Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Park Tavern station.

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

Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at West Ham DLR Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea is 37 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea.

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Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to West Ham DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 9m
£13–26
Line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park Tavernbus 28
1h 55m
£9–18
Drive 36.3 mi
1. Drive from Woolwich to Southend-on-Seacar 36.3 mi
51 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Woolwich to Southend-on-Seataxi 36.3 mi
51 min
£85–110
Train via Stratford (London)
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 25m
£20–38

Woolwich to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 36.1 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

You can take a train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Southend Central via West Ham DLR Station and West Ham in around 1h 9m. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Park Tavern every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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