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10/05/2026
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London to Southend-on-Sea by bus

The journey from London to Southend-on-Sea by bus is 34.74 mi and takes 2 hrs 43 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:50 and the last at 00:50. It is possible to travel from London to Southend-on-Sea by bus for as little as £13.36 or as much as £13.36. The best price for this journey is £13.36.

Lowest Price £13.36
Journey Duration 2 hrs 43 mins
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price £13.36
Highest Price £13.36
First Departure 00:50
Last Departure 00:50
Distance 34.74 mi
Departure London
Arrival Southend-on-Sea
Carriers Greater Anglia

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Southend-on-Sea

The cheapest London - Southend-on-Sea bus tickets can be found for as low as £7.96 if you’re lucky, or £17.96 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £44.17.

Find the best day to travel to Southend-on-Sea by bus

When travelling to Southend-on-Sea by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Greater Anglia from London to Southend-on-Sea
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London to Southend-on-Sea CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
3.91kg
Bus
4.19kg
Flight
11.18kg
Car
8.94kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Southend-on-Sea?
A bus ticket from London to Southend-on-Sea is £13.36. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £13.36.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Southend-on-Sea?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Southend-on-Sea is £13.36. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Southend-on-Sea by bus?
London to Southend-on-Sea is 34.74 mi.
How long does the bus between London and Southend-on-Sea take?
London to Southend-on-Sea is on average 2 hrs 43 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 43 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Southend-on-Sea?
London to Southend-on-Sea has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Southend-on-Sea leave?
The earliest bus from London to Southend-on-Sea departs at 00:50. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Southend-on-Sea depart?
The latest bus from London to Southend-on-Sea departs at 00:50. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Southend-on-Sea in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £13.36 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Southend-on-Sea?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from London to go to Southend-on-Sea.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Southend-on-Sea by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Southend-on-Sea is 2 hrs 43 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Southend-on-Sea?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Southend-on-Sea.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Southend-on-Sea by bus?
The bus journey from London to Southend-on-Sea creates 4.19kg of CO2 emissions.

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