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

The cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £10 - £16.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Talbot Road Thornton Heath and arriving at Travel Centre via London Eye, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath and arriving at Southend Central via London Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Thornton Heath and Southend-on-Sea is 49 miles. The road distance is 43.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Eye station.

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

Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southern, depart from Thornton Heath station.

Train or bus from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornton Heath to London BridgeEast Croydon - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 44m
£17–32
Drive 43.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea43.5 mi
1h 12m
£11–16
Line 250 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thornton Heath Station to Brixton Station250
2. Take the bus from Brixton Station to Liverpool Street Station35
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria
2h 40m
£13–83
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea43.5 mi
1h 12m
£230–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach StationA8
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
4h 14m

Thornton Heath to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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1h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.4 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a train from Thornton Heath to Southend Central via London Bridge, London Bridge station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Talbot Road Thornton Heath to Travel Centre via Waterloo Station / Tenison Way, London Eye, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 4h 14m.

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