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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £430.

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

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Southend Victoria via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

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

The distance between Runcorn and Southend-on-Sea is 225 miles. The road distance is 225.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £430.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

Train or fly from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £430. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £35 - £190 and takes 6h 49m.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 845+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to London EustonLiverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 28m
£65–421
Fly Liverpool to London Southend Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Southend Airport (SEN)LPL - SEN
6h 49m
£40–188
Drive 224.2 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Southend-on-Sea224.2 mi
4h 1m
£56–80
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Smethwick Galton BridgeLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted AirportBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
7h 38m
£83–170
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
6h 11m
£231–577
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria
6h 51m
£81–183
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewe
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
6h 3m
£92–282

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

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Distance: 223.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, easyJet flies from Liverpool (LPL) to London Southend Airport (SEN) once daily.

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