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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £60 - £250.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Shudehill Interchange, Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Southend Victoria via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

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

The distance between Preston and Southend-on-Sea is 254 miles. The road distance is 251.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £60 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Preston to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

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

Preston to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £60 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 9h 12m.

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

Preston to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

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

Preston to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Southend-on-Sea is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Preston to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 39m
£64–247
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centre
3. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Coach StationA6
9h 12m
£26–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Arch540 / ...
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
7h 31m
£27–100
Drive 249.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Southend-on-Sea249.7 mi
4h 16m
£63–91
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston 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
5h 17m
£88–280
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
5h 56m
£102–318
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria
7h 24m
£104–246
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Southend Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)MAN - SEN
6h 6m
£57–228

Preston to Southend-on-Sea by train, subway, and foot

219Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.1 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre via Shudehill Interchange, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 9h 12m.

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