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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £50 - £85 and takes 9h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs £55 - £85.

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

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Southend Victoria via Newton Abbot, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

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

The distance between Torquay and Southend-on-Sea is 248 miles. The road distance is 232.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Torquay to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 9h 57m.

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

Torquay to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Southend-on-Sea is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Torquay to Southend-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Fleet Street and arriving at Travel Centre via Sherborne Road, Rail Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

There are 7 ways to get from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
4h 53m
£88–177
Train via Exeter St Davids
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London WaterlooExeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
7h 12m
£31–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
9h 57m
£53–81
Drive 231.5 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Southend-on-Sea231.5 mi
4h 40m
£58–84
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
7h 40m
£200–490
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
4. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central
6h 59m
£133–326
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
8h 4m
£167–498

Torquay to Southend-on-Sea by train

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Southend Victoria via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleet Street to Travel Centre via Sherborne Road, Rail Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 9h 57m.

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