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 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 train from?

Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave 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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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 846+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 3m
£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 24m
£20–54

Dunstable to Southend-on-Sea by train

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2h 7mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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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.

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