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

The cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea is to bus and train which costs £16 - £50 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Good Hope Hospital and arriving at Travel Centre via Church Centre, Birmingham Coach Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Sutton Coldfield and arriving at Southend Victoria via Lichfield Trent Valley, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Sutton Coldfield and Southend-on-Sea is 165 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £26 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

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

Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Lichfield Trent Valley station.

Train or bus from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £26 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London EustonBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 55m
£27–95
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk020 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
5h 3m
£16–46
Drive 150 mi
1. Drive from Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea150 mi
2h 33m
£37–54
Train via Lichfield Trent Valley
1. Take the train from Lichfield Trent Valley to London EustonCrewe - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 2m
£29–184
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Station777
7h 25m
£27–66

Sutton Coldfield to Southend-on-Sea by train and bus

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Sutton Coldfield to Southend Victoria via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston Station, Liverpool Street Station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 4h.

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