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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Rotherham to Southend-on-Sea. Traveling by bus from Rotherham to Southend-on-Sea usually takes around 10 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 157 mi (252 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $15.58 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Rotherham to Southend-on-Sea?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rotherham to Southend-on-Sea. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 10h 27m | $28.54 |
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 10 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 157 miles from Rotherham to Southend-on-Sea. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Because many passengers travel from Rotherham to Southend-on-Sea at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Rotherham to Southend-on-Sea, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rotherham?
Main departure station: Rotherham Central
Most buses depart from the main station in Rotherham.
All bus stations in Rotherham:
Rotherham Central
Where does the bus arrive in Southend-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: Travel Centre
Buses arrive in Southend-on-Sea at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Southend-on-Sea:
Travel Centre
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