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2 h 24 min
227 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Southampton to Essex

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Cheapest
By car (227 km)
2 h 24 min
227 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
2 h 24 min
227 km.
from $8.64
Train
3 h 18 min
172 km.
from $133.39
Bus
5 h 55 min
172 km.
from $76.24
Train via Reading
3 h 53 min
172 km.
from $112.07

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Southampton Central to Reading
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.30–$88.60

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Southampton Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$51.90–$120.25

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91
Train from London Paddington to Shenfield
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$22.78

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Stratford (London) to White
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

Bus operators

TerraVision UK

Email:
Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$21.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Essex is to bus which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Essex?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade and arriving at Polecat Road via London Victoria, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Essex. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at White Notley via London Waterloo and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Southampton to Essex?

The distance between Southampton and Essex is 201 km. The road distance is 223.8 km.

How do I travel from Southampton to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Essex without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $65.22 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Essex?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Southampton to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Essex bus from?

Southampton to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Essex train from?

Southampton to Essex train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Essex?

The best way to get from Southampton to Essex is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $65.22 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 5h 55m. There are no good options to fly between Southampton to Essex.

Where does the Southampton to Essex bus arrive?

Southampton to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Southampton to Essex train arrive?

Southampton to Essex train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Essex is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Southampton to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Essex?

Book your Southampton to Essex train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essex?

There are 514+ hotels available in Essex. Prices start at $49.36 per night.
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