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

The cheapest way to get from Dereham to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dereham to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £24 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dereham to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from St Nicholas Street and arriving at Travel Centre via Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

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

The distance between Dereham and Southend-on-Sea is 136 miles. The road distance is 101.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dereham to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to line 8 bus and train which takes 3h 37m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Dereham to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Dereham to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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

Dereham to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Dereham to Southend-on-Sea is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Dereham to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 866+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Dereham to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Dereham to Southend-on-Sea by bus, train, or car

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Line 8 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Prince of Wales Road8
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchester
3. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfield
4. Take the train from Shenfield to Southend Victoria
3h 37m
£33–95
Drive 100.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dereham to Southend-on-Sea100.5 mi
2h 16m
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Railway StationB / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Chelmsford
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
4h 5m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
6h 33m

Dereham to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

138Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.1 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a bus from St Nicholas Street to Travel Centre via Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 6h 33m.

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