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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Southend Central via Waterloo station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

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

The distance between Poole and Southend-on-Sea is 153 miles. The road distance is 154.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Poole to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Poole to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

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

Poole to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 18m.

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

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

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

Poole to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Southend-on-Sea is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Poole to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
3h 17m
£36–106
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stratford (London)
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
4h 24m
£32–81
Drive 154 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Southend-on-Sea154 mi
2h 59m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
6h 18m
£34–73

Poole to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

349Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.3 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Southend Central via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 6h 18m.

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