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

The cheapest way to get from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £21 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea station. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Victoria Station Interchange via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Southend Central via Stratford International DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Shell Grotto and Southend-on-Sea is 120 miles. The road distance is 84.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

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

Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea is to train via London which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus and line 28 bus, which costs and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea.

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Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Margate to Stratford InternationalMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 43m
£31–129
Drive 84.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea84.4 mi
1h 38m
£21–31
Bus, line 100 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to Bus Station022
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationx80
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station100
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Station Interchange28 / ...
5h 18m
Train
1. Take the train from Margate to Stratford InternationalMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 49m
£33–129
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Margate to Rainham (Kent)
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Greenhithe for Bluewater
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationx80
4. Take the train from Chafford Hundred to Southend Central
4h 7m

Shell Grotto to Southend-on-Sea by foot and train

229Weekly Services

2h 43mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.1 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a vehicle from Shell Grotto to Southend Central via Margate, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Shell Grotto to Victoria Station Interchange via Marine Terrace, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 18m.

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