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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is to train and bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £55 - £150.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Cardiff is 191 miles. The road distance is 192.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff, including transfers.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 7h 15m.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 34m
£56–141
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
5h 51m
£36–78
Drive 191 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff191 mi
3h 49m
£48–70
Fly London Southend Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)SEN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 26m
£102–310
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
7h 15m
£36–74
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Ham
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
6h 43m
£232–576
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Ham
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 46m
£236–465

Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 190.1 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 15m.

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