Southampton to Southend-on-Sea Bus
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Southampton to Southend-on-Sea by bus
The journey from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea by bus is 101.71 mi and takes 4 hrs 10 mins. There are 25 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:50 and the last at 23:50. It is possible to travel from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea by bus for as little as £9.75 or as much as £41.31. The best price for this journey is £9.75.
| Lowest Price | £9.75 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 10 mins |
| Connection per Day | Megabus, Eurolines, National Express 25 |
| Lowest Price | Megabus, Eurolines, National Express £9.75 |
| Highest Price | Megabus, Eurolines, National Express £41.31 |
| First Departure | Megabus, Eurolines, National Express 04:50 |
| Last Departure | Megabus, Eurolines, National Express 23:50 |
| Distance | Megabus, Eurolines, National Express 101.71 mi |
| Departure | Megabus, Eurolines, National Express Southampton |
| Arrival | Megabus, Eurolines, National Express Southend-on-Sea |
| Carriers | Megabus, Eurolines Megabus, Eurolines, National Express |
Southampton to Southend-on-Sea Bus Times
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Best time to book Southampton to Southend-on-Sea travel
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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea
The cheapest Southampton - Southend-on-Sea bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.34 if you’re lucky, or £16.48 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £22.33.
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 Megabus, Eurolines and National Express from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea
Compare services on board when travelling from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea by bus.
| Facilities | Megabus | Eurolines | National Express |
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Southampton to Southend-on-Sea CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
11.46kg
Bus
12.28kg
Flight
32.74kg
Car
26.19kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea?
A bus ticket from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is £21.76. 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 £9.75.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is £9.75. 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 Southampton and Southend-on-Sea by bus?
Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is 101.71 mi.
How long does the bus between Southampton and Southend-on-Sea take?
Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is on average 4 hrs 10 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 40 mins.
Which companies operate from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea?
The bus journey from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Megabus, Eurolines and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea?
Southampton to Southend-on-Sea has 25 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea leave?
The earliest bus from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea departs at 04:50. 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 Southampton to Southend-on-Sea depart?
The latest bus from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea departs at 23:50. 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 Southampton 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 £9.75 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 Southampton to Southend-on-Sea?
There are on average 20 direct connection(s) from Southampton to go to Southend-on-Sea.
What's the fastest journey time between Southampton to Southend-on-Sea by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southampton and Southend-on-Sea is 1 hr 40 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southampton and Southend-on-Sea.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southampton to Southend-on-Sea by bus?
The bus journey from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea creates 12.28kg of CO2 emissions.