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Compare train for Southend-on-Sea to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southend-on-Sea to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southend-on-Sea to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 38m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Buses from Southend-on-Sea to London
National Express operates one bus service per day from Southend-on-Sea to London Victoria. This daily service departs Southend early in the morning and arrives at London Victoria bus Station mid-morning. The journey has a usual travel time of two hours 45 minutes hours, although it is much faster at weekends. buses depart from the centrally-located Southend-on-Sea Travel Centre bus station and arrive at London Victoria bus Station.
Which bus companies travel from Southend-on-Sea to London?
Buses from Southend-on-Sea Travel Centre to London Victoria bus Station are operated by National Express. National Express is the UK's leading bus carrier, covering towns and cities all over the country.
How long is the bus from Southend-on-Sea to London?
The journey time for National Express buses traveling from Southend-on-Sea Travel Centre to London Victoria bus Station ranges from two hours and 15 minutes to two hours and 45 minutes. The bus makes an earlier stop at London Stratford, which takes approximately one hour from Southend.
How many buses are there from Southend-on-Sea to London?
National Express operates one daily bus service each day from Southend-on-Sea to London. The daily bus service departs in the early morning, just after 7:30 a.m. on weekdays and shortly after 8:00 a.m. on a Saturday and Sunday. During the week, the journey time is two hours and 45 minutes and at weekends, the journey is significantly quicker at just two hours and 15 minutes. In both instances, the bus arrives at London Victoria bus Station shortly before 10:30 a.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Southend-on-Sea to London?
Departure bus station: National Express buses depart from Southend-on-Sea Travel Centre, the town's main bus and bus station, which is located in the very heart of the town centre. The Travel Centre is easy to reach on foot from anywhere in central Southend and those traveling from the outskirts or surrounding area will find that most local bus services terminate here. It's also just a short walk from Southend-on-Sea Central train station.
Arrival bus station: Buses from Southend-on-Sea arrive at London Victoria bus Station. located to the southwest of Central London. From here, there are numerous buses connecting with destinations all over London. It's also a two-minute walk to London Victoria Overground and Underground station where many facilities, cafes, pubs and shops are located.
FAQs: Bus from Southend-on-Sea to London
- The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
- The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
- Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy
- The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
- St. Paul's Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with a stunning dome and rich history.
- The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank offering panoramic views of the city
- West End Theatre District, a vibrant area known for its high-quality theatrical productions and musicals
- Explore Camden Market, a bustling market known for its eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts
- Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
- Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
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