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

The cheapest way to get from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h and costs £9 - £15.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Mansell Street and arriving at Travel Centre via London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Fenchurch Street and arriving at Southend Central. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Tower Bridge and Southend-on-Sea is 36 miles. The road distance is 39.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £18.

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

The train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mansell Street station.

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

Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from London Fenchurch Street station.

Train or bus from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

Can I drive from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea is 39 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 6m
£11–18
Drive 38.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea38.8 mi
1h
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mansell Street to Coach StationA9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
3h 16m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea38.8 mi
1h
£160–200
Train via London Liverpool Street
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 29m
£11–48

Tower Bridge to Southend-on-Sea by foot and train

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Distance: 36.1 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

c2c operates a train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tower Bridge to Travel Centre via Mansell Street, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 3h 16m.

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