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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £160.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

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

The distance between Exeter and Southend-on-Sea is 220 miles. The road distance is 211.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Exeter to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 7h 26m.

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

Exeter to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Southend-on-Sea is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Exeter to Southend-on-Sea - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonPenzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
3h 46m
£77–155
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals501 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
6h 20m
£29–67
Drive 210.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Southend-on-Sea210.7 mi
4h 19m
£53–76
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
6h 25m
£204–439
Train via London
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London WaterlooExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
4h 31m
£40–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
7h 26m
£40–81
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central
5h 46m
£124–328
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
6h 31m
£173–499

Exeter to Southend-on-Sea by train

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3h 46mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 7h 26m.

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