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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Southend-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Southend-on-Sea will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 6 trains that leave Barking for Southend-on-Sea on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:55 PM0h59Barking1:54 PMSouthend-on-Sea$71One-way0 transfers- 12:33 PM0h37Barking1:10 PMSouthend-on-Sea$91One-way0 transfers
- 7:17 AM0h40Barking7:57 AMSouthend-on-Sea$131One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM0h40Barking9:15 AMSouthend-on-Sea$161One-way0 transfers
- 5:18 AM0h40Barking5:58 AMSouthend-on-Sea$161One-way0 transfers
- 12:33 PM0h37Barking1:10 PMSouthend-on-Sea$91One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM0h40Barking9:15 AMSouthend-on-Sea$161One-way0 transfers
- 7:17 AM0h40Barking7:57 AMSouthend-on-Sea$131One-way0 transfers
- 5:18 AM0h40Barking5:58 AMSouthend-on-Sea$161One-way0 transfers
- 7:35 AM0h40Barking8:15 AMSouthend-on-Sea$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Barking to Southend-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barking to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 12m faster (43m by train vs 55m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€11) vs $30 (€24)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with c2c.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Barking to Southend-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Barking to Southend-on-Sea trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:18 AM Barking | 0h40 | 5:58 AM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:17 AM Barking | 0h40 | 7:57 AM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:35 AM Barking | 0h40 | 8:15 AM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 AM Barking | 0h40 | 9:15 AM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:33 PM Barking | 0h37 | 1:10 PM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:55 PM Barking | 0h59 | 1:54 PM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea run on average 8 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 37m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: c2c from Barking to Southend-on-Sea trainsc2c trains will get you between Barking and Southend-on-Sea from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking to Southend-on-Sea by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southend-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
Most Barking to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Barking to Southend Central station pair, with some services arriving at Chalkwell. Use this guide to compare Barking and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barking station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Barking from Barking city centre
Barking train station facilities and services
Barking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Barking. ATMs are available at Barking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barking. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barking: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Barking Riverside from Barking city centre
Barking Riverside is 2 km from Barking city centre. Public transport options include:
Barking Riverside train station facilities and services
Barking Riverside has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barking Riverside.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barking Riverside.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barking Riverside: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Barking Riverside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking Riverside.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains from Barking arrive at?
Getting to Southend Central from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend Central train station facilities and services
Southend Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southend Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Central. ATMs are available at Southend Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southend Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southend Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Chalkwell from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Chalkwell is 3 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Chalkwell train station facilities and services
Chalkwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chalkwell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chalkwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chalkwell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chalkwell: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chalkwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chalkwell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free access is not available to either platform at this station, Accessible public telephones: No, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southend East from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend East is 1 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Southend East train station facilities and services
Southend East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southend East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southend East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southend East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free access is only available from Ambleside Drive to platform 1 (London bound), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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