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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Southend-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Luton to Southend-on-Sea you need to make at least 2 changes.
Live departures
Luton to Southend-on-Sea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Southend-on-Sea coaches for today, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:50 Luton | 5h35 | 11:25 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 08:00 Luton | 4h25 | 12:25 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 10:05 Luton | 4h07 | 14:12 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 13:35 Luton | 5h51 | 19:26 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 26 March | |||||
| 02:35 Luton | 5h02 | 07:37 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Southend-on-Sea
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Take a bus from Luton to Southend-on-Sea and enjoy the approximately 87 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 04:01, the last at 22:31.
Distance 87 km |
Buses per day 6 |
First bus 04:01 |
Last bus 22:31 |
Buses from Luton to Southend-on-Sea
There is a choice of two buses from Luton to Southend-on-Sea. One service runs from Luton Airport and involves a change of bus at Stansted Airport. The other route leaves from Luton Bus Station and involves a change of bus at London Victoria. Both journeys are managed by National Express and take a total of around 5 hours, leaving at approximately 4:00 p.m. The final destination arrives at Chichester Road in Southend which is a short walk to both the shops in the centre of town and the pier at the seafront.
FAQs: Luton to Southend-on-Sea coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Southend-on-Sea by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southend-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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