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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £23 - £65 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £65 - £380.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Travel Centre via Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Southend Victoria via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

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

The distance between Chester and Southend-on-Sea is 224 miles. The road distance is 223.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £65 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Chester to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

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

Chester to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £65 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 8h 30m.

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

Chester to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

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

Chester to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Southend-on-Sea is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Chester to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Chester to Southend-on-Sea - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Chester to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London EustonChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 30m
£68–372
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)Uk021 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
6h 3m
£24–65
Drive 221.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Southend-on-Sea221.9 mi
3h 53m
£55–79
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
5h 24m
£91–285
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Coach StationA6
8h 30m
£30–59
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
6h 17m
£244–585
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central
6h 35m
£88–194
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria
6h 58m
£85–172
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
5h 50m
£103–323

Chester to Southend-on-Sea by train, subway, and foot

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3h 30mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.3 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Travel Centre via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 8h 30m.

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