Banbury to Southend-on-Sea Bus

  • Lowest price from ≈ £46.81 €54.40
  • Average duration 8h 33m
  • Connections per day 4
  • Distance 153 km
  • CO₂ per person 14 kg

bus from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea

The journey from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea is about 153 km. On average a bus trip takes 8h 33m with 4 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ £46.81 €54.40
Trip duration 8h 33m
Connections per day 4
Lowest price ≈ £46.81 €54.40
Highest price ≈ £47.35 €55.02
First departure 11:10 AM
Last departure 12:10 PM
Distance 153 km
Departure Banbury
Arrival Southend-on-Sea
Travel operator eurolines_ch, national_express
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How much do bus tickets from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea cost?

The cheapest bus tickets from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea cost ≈ £46.81 (€54.40). On average, you can expect to spend around ≈ £47.08 (€54.71) for your bus ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper bus tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea.
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Prices will vary when you travel from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea. On average, though, you'll pay about ≈ £47.08 (€54.71) for a bus ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper bus tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest bus tickets.

How long is the journey from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea by bus?

The distance between Banbury to Southend-on-Sea is approximately 153 km. In general, it will take you about 8h 33m to complete the journey between the two cities. However, it is important to remember that journey times may vary according to a number of factors, including seasonal weather conditions, local events or diversions, and the type of terrain that must be crossed. Keep this in mind if you are intending to make a later connection, and always plan accordingly. The journey from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea covers a distance of 153 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 8h 33m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 8h 28m. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

What time are the first and last departures from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea?

In general, the first departure of the day will leave Banbury at 11:10 AM, and the last departure will leave at 12:10 PM. However, it is important to remember that this is general information, and these journey times are not necessarily available every day. Timetables for each provider on the route from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea can change from day to day or month to month. In particular, many providers offer different schedules on weekdays and weekends. Public holidays, local events, and seasonal timetables can also cause schedules to change. The first journey of the night departs from Banbury at 11:10 AM. If you prefer to travel later in that night, the last departure will leave at 12:10 PM. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between Banbury and Southend-on-Sea. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side.

How many journeys from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea are there every day?

On average, there are 4 daily departures from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea. However, there may be more or less on different days. Providers' timetables can change on certain days of the week or public holidays, and many also vary at particular times of year. Some providers change their schedules during the summer season, for example. At very busy times, there may be up to departures each day. The providers that travel along this route include , and each operates according to their own specific schedules. As a traveler, you may prefer a direct journey, or you may not mind making changes and connections. If you have heavy suitcases, a direct journey could be best; otherwise, you might be able to save money and enjoy more flexibility by making a change along the way. Every day, there are an average of 0 departures from Banbury which travel directly to Southend-on-Sea. There are 4 journeys with one change or more. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

When to book from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea

These tips come from historical prices — how the average fare changes with how far ahead you book and the month you travel.

What historical fares show

Short takeaways based on median fares from Virail searches on this route — useful for seasonality and longer-run trends.

According to Virail’s historical fare data, April is typically the cheapest month to travel from Banbury to Southend-on-Sea by bus, with medians around £14.99 versus about £17.92 in December (roughly a 20% swing).

Cheapest month

Up to 20%

The cheapest time to travel is April (£14.99); the most expensive is December (£17.92).

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CO₂ emissions by mode

train 10.71kg
bus 11.48kg
flight 30.6kg
carpool 24.48kg

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