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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £21 - £70 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £130.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Travel Centre via Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Southend Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and Barking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

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

The distance between Gateshead and Southend-on-Sea is 307 miles. The road distance is 292.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

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

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 10h 4m.

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

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

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

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea is 292 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to King's CrossEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Barking to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
4h 10m
£52–130
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals598 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
8h 35m
£22–65
Drive 290.7 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea290.7 mi
4h 52m
£72–104
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
4h 46m
£78–292
Bus
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk001 / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Coach StationA6
10h 4m
£30–60
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
5h 29m
£120–351
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
5h 34m
£101–349
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria
6h 28m
£71–257
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
6h 34m
£79–285
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)EDI - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
6h 27m
£79–273

Gateshead to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 304.8 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Southend Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Barking station, and Barking in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Travel Centre via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 10h 4m.

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