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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £19 - £45 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Travel Centre via B'ham Airport Bus Terminal, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Southend Central via Baker Street station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

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

The distance between Solihull and Southend-on-Sea is 145 miles. The road distance is 143.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Solihull to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal station.

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

Solihull to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull station.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea is to train via London which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 35m.

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

Solihull to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

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

Solihull to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at London Marylebone station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Southend-on-Sea is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Solihull to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Solihull to London MaryleboneBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
3h 19m
£31–124
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk024 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
5h 19m
£20–43
Drive 143 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Southend-on-Sea143 mi
2h 31m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Solihull to London MaryleboneBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 21m
£30–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal to Coach Station777
6h 35m
£32–72

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

178Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to Southend Central via London Marylebone, Baker Street station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £30–70 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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