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Coach from Kettering to Southend-on-Sea: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Kettering to Southend-on-Sea. Traveling by coach from Kettering to Southend-on-Sea usually takes around 13 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 13 hours and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 85 mi (137 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 37m |
| Cheapest price | £15.59 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Kettering to Southend-on-Sea?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Kettering 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 | 13h 44m | £17.02 |
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 about traveling by coach from Kettering to Southend-on-Sea
The coach takes an average of 13 hours and 44 minutes to cover the 85 miles from Kettering to Southend-on-Sea. However, the fastest coach only takes 13 hours and 37 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 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 06:00. To see the times for all coaches from Kettering to Southend-on-Sea, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Kettering?
Main departure station: Newland St
Most coaches depart from the main station in Kettering.
All coach stations in Kettering:
Newland St
Where does the coach arrive in Southend-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: 1058 London Rd
Coaches arrive in Southend-on-Sea at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Southend-on-Sea:
1058 London Rd
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428 London Rd
21 Sutherland Blvd
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