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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £60 - £95.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 11 and arriving at Travel Centre via Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Southend Central via York, King's Cross St. Pancras station and Barking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

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

The distance between Middlesbrough and Southend-on-Sea is 277 miles. The road distance is 262.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train via York which takes 4h 35m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

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

Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea is to train via York which takes 4h 35m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 7h 57m.

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

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

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

Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea.

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Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to York
2. Take the train from York to King's Cross
3. Take the train from Barking to Southend Central
4h 35m
£51–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUkn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Coach StationA6
7h 57m
£27–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand Z to Marble Arch436 / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
7h 21m
£43–69
Drive 261.1 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea261.1 mi
4h 21m
£65–93
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
5h 57m
£85–306
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to King's CrossNewcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 44m
£69–212
Fly Durham Tees Valley Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to London City Airport (LCY)MME - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
6h 38m
£122–684
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
6h 55m
£110–337
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
6h 41m
£127–379

Middlesbrough to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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Distance: 275.9 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Southend Central via York, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Barking station, and Barking in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Travel Centre via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 7h 57m.

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