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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Sleaford via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Sleaford is 156 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford.

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

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Where can I stay near Sleaford?

There are 475+ hotels available in Sleaford.

Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford by train, car, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleaford
3h 47m
£50–127
Drive 135.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford135.1 mi
2h 34m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleaford
4h 53m
£50–138
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus StationX30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Stansted Airport (STN)X10 / ...
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterborough
4. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleaford
5h 46m

Southend-on-Sea to Sleaford by train and subway

76Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.9 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Sleaford via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Peterborough in around 3h 47m.

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