The cheapest and fastest trains from London Southend Airport to London
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Southend Airport to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Southend Airport to London will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Southend Airport for London on Mon, Mar 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 56 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Southend Airport to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Southend Airport to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $33.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Southend Airport to London train times
The table below shows live departures for London Southend Airport to London trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:03 AM London Southend Airport | 0h56 | 8:59 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM London Southend Airport | 0h53 | 10:28 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:36 PM London Southend Airport | 0h52 | 1:28 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Southend Airport to London
Trains from London Southend Airport to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:03, the last at 23:59. The fastest train covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 08:03 |
Last train 23:59 |
Cheapest month Jan |
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High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Mon |
Least busy day Thu |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from London Southend Airport to London trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Southend Airport and London from $13 (€11). 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 London Southend Airport to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Southend Airport to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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