By Public Transport

Looking for short break easily accessible by public transport?  Look no further because Essex has excellent transport links and is easily accessible from London by train from Liverpool Street, Fenchurch Street and Stratford railway stations.

The major destinations are served by train including Southend-On-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, Chelmsford, Colchester, Clacton-On-Sea, Walton-on-the-Naze, Brentwood and Harwich and there are branch lines which venture out to the countryside and coast, taking you that little bit further, off the beaten track.

Essex's bus network is a hassle free way to travel around the county and enables you to easily visit picturesque villages and beachside destinations, as well as the well-known locations.

The bus and train networks serve both Southend and Stansted airports so there's no need to worry about the hassle of hiring a car if you're flying into the county. 

Essex is committed to increasing sustainable travel for both residents and visitors. Check out Stop.Swap.GO! for ideas and tips on increasing your daily walking, cycling and using the bus services to get about. 

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