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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Luton to Southend-on-Sea. Traveling by bus from Luton to Southend-on-Sea usually takes around 4 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 54 mi (86 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $27.46 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Luton to Southend-on-Sea?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Luton to Southend-on-Sea. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 4h 33m | $29.09 |
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 bus takes an average of 4 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 54 miles from Luton to Southend-on-Sea. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 5 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 3:00pm and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Luton to Southend-on-Sea, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Luton
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Situated on the River Lea, Luton is a vibrant town only 29 miles northwest of London. The city's local history is celebrated and displayed at the Stockwood Discovery Centre. This free attraction offers gardens, a cafe, and a museum, together creating a great place to spend the day exploring.
To add some retail therapy to your vacation, visit The Mall to browse over 100 shops, including both high street retailers and independent shops. The Mall also houses many restaurants and cafes, making it a relaxing place to stop and take a load off with a latte—or an afternoon tea, if you'd like to really embrace local tradition.
Due to its location near London, Luton is a very accessible town. Access via rail, bus, and air is available from its international airport, where frequent services from London and other major cities arrive.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Luton?
Main departure station: Luton Station Interchange
Luton has two bus stations with service to Southend-on-Sea.
All bus stations in Luton:
Luton Station Interchange
Luton Airport
Where does the bus arrive in Southend-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: 21 Sutherland Blvd
All buses from Luton arrive at one main station in Southend-on-Sea.
All bus stations in Southend-on-Sea:
21 Sutherland Blvd
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