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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £160.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

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

The distance between Swindon and Southend-on-Sea is 123 miles. The road distance is 122.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Swindon to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

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

Swindon to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 8m.

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

Swindon to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Swindon to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Southend-on-Sea is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 28m
£46–157
Drive 121.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Southend-on-Sea121.5 mi
2h 41m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
5h 8m
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Station
3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central
3h 12m
£45–113

Swindon to Southend-on-Sea by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.5 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Southend Victoria via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 5h 8m.

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