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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £45 - £170.

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

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

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

The distance between Bath and Southend-on-Sea is 153 miles. The road distance is 154.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Southend-on-Sea is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Bath to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 841+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Bath to Southend-on-Sea by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 55m
£47–167
Drive 153.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Southend-on-Sea153.5 mi
3h 20m
£38–55
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Station
3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central
3h 40m
£47–104

Bath to Southend-on-Sea by train

218Weekly Trains

2h 55mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 55m.

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