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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC)
Showing times and prices for Feb 06
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
55 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave London Liverpool Street (LST) for Southend Central (SOC) on Fri, Feb 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 54 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.
10:34PM0h54
London Liverpool Street (LST)11:28PMSouthend Central (SOC)
$171One-way
0 transfers
11:34AM0h54
London Liverpool Street (LST)12:28PMSouthend Central (SOC)
$171One-way
0 transfers
02:19PM0h51
London Liverpool Street (LST)03:10PMSouthend Central (SOC)
$171One-way
0 transfers
07:47AM0h54
London Liverpool Street (LST)08:41AMSouthend Central (SOC)
$191One-way
0 transfers
02:19PM0h51
London Liverpool Street (LST)03:10PMSouthend Central (SOC)
$171One-way
0 transfers
07:47AM0h54
London Liverpool Street (LST)08:41AMSouthend Central (SOC)
$191One-way
0 transfers
11:34AM0h54
London Liverpool Street (LST)12:28PMSouthend Central (SOC)
$171One-way
0 transfers
10:34PM0h54
London Liverpool Street (LST)11:28PMSouthend Central (SOC)
$171One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) trains for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:19 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:33 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h57 | 8:30 PM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h01 | 10:46 PM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
| 7:47 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h54 | 8:41 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:34 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h54 | 12:28 PM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:19 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h51 | 3:10 PM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) by train
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Abellio Greater Anglia as well as c2c offer trains services from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:26, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 08:26 |
Last train 21:28 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) trainsc2c, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Liverpool Street (LST) and Southend Central (SOC) from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
c2c
About
c2c is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Fenchurch Street to destinations in East London and Essex, including Southend, Basildon, and Grays. c2c offers a range of train types, including the Class 357 Electrostar, Class 312 Electrostar, and Class 315 Electrostar. These trains are modern and comfortable, with air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. c2c also offers a range of ticket types, including Anytime, Off-Peak, and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, toilets, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for c2c are London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central, London Fenchurch Street to Basildon, and London Fenchurch Street to Grays.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
51m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
c2c frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar/bistro service available on most trains offering snacks, drinks, and light meals
Seat reservation
Seat reservations mandatory and included in ticket price for high-speed trains, optional for regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) 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 Central (SOC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $15 (€12).
The train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) takes 50m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) is 34 miles (55 km).
The first train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) leaves at 8:26 AM.
The last train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) leaves at 9:28 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC).
Yes, there is a direct train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC).
The cheapest way to get from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC) is by train, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The train journey from London Liverpool Street to Southend Central offers views of the Essex countryside, with glimpses of rolling fields, small towns, and the Thames Estuary, making it a pleasant but not particularly dramatic scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from London Liverpool Street to Southend Central is feasible. The journey takes 50m, with trains running 6 times per day, covering a distance of 34 miles (55 km).
Yes, you can take the train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC).
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southend Central (SOC)
London
Southend-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in London is London Liverpool Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Liverpool Street for your trip from London to Southend-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
Distance to city center
3 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Liverpool Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
- Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
Distance to city center
3 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Liverpool Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
- Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
The major train station for arrivals in Southend-on-Sea is Southend Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southend Central for your journey to Southend-on-Sea from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 06:30 - 21:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Platforms 3 & 4 Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Platforms 3/4 Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms 3/4 concourse. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside platforms 1/2 & on platform 3/4 concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Southend Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Clifftown Road near The Last Public House
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