What is the cheapest way to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between University of Reading and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Three Tuns and arriving at Travel Centre via Winnersh Triangle station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between University of Reading and Southend-on-Sea is 84 miles. The road distance is 81.4 miles.

How do I travel from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £28 - £75.

How long does it take to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Winnersh Triangle station.

Train or bus from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £28 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea is 81 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 849+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 38m
£29–72
Drive 80.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea80.9 mi
2h 3m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winnersh Triangle station to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
5h 9m
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street StationElizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 57m
£25–67
Line 3 bus, train, subway
1. Take the bus from Wellington Avenue to Wokingham Station Interchange3
2. Take the train from Wokingham to Richmond (London)
3. Take the subway from Richmond station to West Ham station
4. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Central
4h
£24–64

University of Reading to Southend-on-Sea by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between University of Reading, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a vehicle from University of Reading to Southend Victoria via Reading University, Minster Street, Reading, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from University of Reading to Travel Centre via Three Tuns, Cavendish Gardens, Winnersh Triangle station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 5h 9m.

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