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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £16.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross station. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Embankment station via Liverpool Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Charing Cross is 44 miles. The road distance is 42.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £12 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £12 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross.

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

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 20088+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

Can I share a ride from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Southend-on-Sea and Charing Cross. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 28 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross by train, bus, rideshare, subway, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool StreetSouthend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
1h 21m
£13–26
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Southend-on-Sea to London40.6 mi
1h 18m
£4
Line 28 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Park Tavern to Bus Station28
2. Take the bus from Barking Station to Charing CrossN15
3h 4m
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Southend Central to UpminsterShoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the subway from Upminster station to Embankment stationDistrict
1h 26m
£8–14
Drive 42.2 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross42.2 mi
1h 3m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross42.2 mi
1h 3m
£170–210

Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross by train and subway

389Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Southend-on-Sea to Charing Cross.

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–24 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Tavern to Charing Cross via Bus Station, Basildon, Barking, and Barking Station in around 3h 4m.

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