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

The cheapest way to get from Shanklin to Southend-on-Sea is to Catamaran and train which costs £35 - £95 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanklin to Southend-on-Sea is to Catamaran and train which takes 4h 28m and costs £35 - £95.

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

The distance between Shanklin and Southend-on-Sea is 127 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shanklin to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to Catamaran and train which takes 4h 28m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Shanklin to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 849+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Shanklin to Southend-on-Sea - 2 ways to travel via train, and Catamaran

There are 2 ways to get from Shanklin to Southend-on-Sea by ferry or train

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Catamaran, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to Portsmouth
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
4h 28m
£39–94
Catamaran, train via London
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to Portsmouth
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
4h 40m
£41–95

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shanklin to Southend-on-Sea.

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Distance: 125.9 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Shanklin to Southend-on-Sea. However, you can take the train to Ryde Pier Head, walk to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, take the ferry to Portsmouth, walk to Portsmouth Harbour, take the train to London Waterloo, walk to Waterloo station, take the subway to West Ham station, walk to West Ham, then take the train to Southend Central. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shanklin to Southend Victoria via Ryde Pier Head, Ryde Pier Head Terminal, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 40m.

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