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

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea is to bus via London which costs £18 - £45 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Lemyngton Street and arriving at Travel Centre via St Margaret's Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Southend Victoria via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

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

The distance between Loughborough and Southend-on-Sea is 155 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

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

Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Loughborough (Leics) station.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 5h 16m.

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

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

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

Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Loughborough (Leics) to London St Pancras IntlSheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 38m
£47–165
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Rushes to London VictoriaUk005
5h 16m
£19–44
Drive 145.8 mi
1. Drive from Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea145.8 mi
2h 27m
£36–52
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Loughborough (Leics) to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Barking station
3. Take the train from Barking to Southend Central
2h 46m
£46–166
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Station777
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
5h 46m

Loughborough to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.4 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Southend Victoria via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from The Rushes to London Victoria every 3 hours. Tickets cost £7–22 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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