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

The cheapest way to get from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £24.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Travel Centre via Luton Station Interchange, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Leagrave and arriving at Southend Victoria via Farringdon Without and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

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

The distance between Dunstable and Southend-on-Sea is 77 miles. The road distance is 67.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

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

Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.

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

The best way to get from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 55m.

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

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

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

Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leagrave to FarringdonBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 7m
£29–58
Drive 66.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea66.8 mi
1h 20m
£17–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Finchley Road Station757
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
3h 6m
£21–43
Train via Luton Airport Parkway
1. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to FarringdonBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 27m
£20–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Station737 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
4h 55m

Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 76.1 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Leagrave to Southend Victoria via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Travel Centre via Luton Station Interchange, Coach Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 4h 55m.

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