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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Chester to Southend-on-Sea. Traveling by coach from Chester to Southend-on-Sea usually takes around 12 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 12 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 190 mi (306 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £26.35 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Chester to Southend-on-Sea?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chester to Southend-on-Sea. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 12h 32m | £28.81 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 12 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 190 miles from Chester to Southend-on-Sea. However, the fastest coach only takes 12 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 08:00. To see the times for all coaches from Chester to Southend-on-Sea, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Chester?
Main departure station: Gorse Stacks Bus Interchange
Most coaches depart from the main station in Chester.
All coach stations in Chester:
Gorse Stacks Bus Interchange
Where does the coach arrive in Southend-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: 21 Sutherland Blvd
Coaches arrive in Southend-on-Sea at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Southend-on-Sea:
21 Sutherland Blvd
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