London to Southend-on-Sea train with c2c

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Southend-on-Sea

Showing times and prices for Jul 22

Cheapest price

$9

Average price

$19

Fastest journey

51 m

Average duration

51 m

Trains per day

55

Distance

58 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 London to Southend-on-Sea will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.

Fast trains

Of the 55 trains that leave London for Southend-on-Sea on Wed, Jul 22, 55 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .

On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 51 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.

  • Greater AngliaC04696
    1:13 PM1h00
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    2:13 PMSouthend Victoria (SOV)
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP66780
    1:33 PM0h57
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    2:30 PMSouthend Victoria (SOV)
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP76770
    12:13 PM1h01
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    1:14 PMSouthend Victoria (SOV)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP76799
    1:50 PM1h00
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    2:50 PMSouthend Victoria (SOV)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP66776
    12:33 PM0h57
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    1:30 PMSouthend Victoria (SOV)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Southend-on-Sea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $20.

Distance: 36 miles (58 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$17

Average price

Cheapest

$20

Average price

$33

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London to Southend-on-Sea is a train with an average price of $17 (€14).

This is compared to other travel options from London to Southend-on-Sea:

A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Southend-on-Sea costing on average $20 (€16).

The fastest way to travel from London to Southend-on-Sea is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Southend-on-Sea take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Southend-on-Sea including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 29m faster (1h 0m by train vs 1h 29m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $33 (€27)). 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, Greater Anglia.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

London to Southend-on-Sea train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Southend-on-Sea trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
c2cY64079
On time
7:29 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h52
8:21 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP667337:33 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
8:33 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64220
On time
7:35 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
8:29 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64082
On time
7:50 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h52
8:42 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP766947:53 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
8:53 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY641737:56 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h53
8:49 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64221
On time
7:59 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h55
8:54 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY641688:05 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h53
8:58 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP667418:12 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h01
9:13 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64086
On time
8:14 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
9:08 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64222
On time
8:20 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h55
9:15 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY641708:26 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h59
9:25 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP667438:33 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
9:33 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642628:35 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h24
9:59 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY643348:47 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
9:41 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP767108:53 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
9:52 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642259:00 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
9:54 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642649:08 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h16
10:24 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP767189:13 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h02
10:15 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY640909:19 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
10:10 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP667589:33 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h57
10:30 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642269:36 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
10:30 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642669:41 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
10:54 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY640929:49 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
10:40 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP767309:50 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
10:50 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64227
On time
10:04 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
10:58 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY6426810:11 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
11:24 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP7674010:13 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
11:13 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY6409410:19 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
11:10 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6676610:33 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h57
11:30 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64228
On time
10:34 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
11:28 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY6427010:41 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
11:54 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY6409610:49 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
11:40 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP7674910:50 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
11:50 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64229
On time
11:04 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
11:58 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY6427111:12 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
12:25 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP01759
On time
11:13 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
12:13 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY6409811:19 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
12:10 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP01143
On time
11:33 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h57
12:30 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64230
On time
11:34 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
12:28 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY6427311:39 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h15
12:54 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64100
On time
11:49 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
12:40 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76763
On time
11:50 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
12:50 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64231
On time
12:04 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
12:58 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY6427412:11 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
1:24 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP7677012:13 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h01
1:14 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP7677012:13 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h02
1:15 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64102
On time
12:19 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
1:10 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP6677612:33 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h57
1:30 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64233
On time
12:34 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
1:28 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY6427612:41 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
1:54 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY6410412:49 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
1:40 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76782
On time
12:50 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
1:50 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64235
On time
1:04 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
1:58 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY642781:11 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
2:24 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaC046961:13 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
2:13 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64106
On time
1:19 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
2:10 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP667801:33 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h57
2:30 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64237
On time
1:34 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
2:28 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY642801:41 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
2:54 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64108
On time
1:49 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
2:40 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP767991:50 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
2:50 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64239
On time
2:04 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
2:58 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY642822:11 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
3:24 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76805
On time
2:13 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
3:13 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64110
On time
2:19 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
3:10 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66794
On time
2:33 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h57
3:30 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64241
On time
2:34 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h55
3:29 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY642842:41 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
3:54 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64112
On time
2:49 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
3:40 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP768162:50 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
3:50 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64243
On time
3:04 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
3:58 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY642863:11 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
4:24 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP017633:13 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h03
4:16 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64114
On time
3:19 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
4:10 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP011543:33 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h57
4:30 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64245
On time
3:34 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h55
4:29 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64116
On time
3:48 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h53
4:41 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP768353:50 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h00
4:50 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64118
On time
4:00 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h52
4:52 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64247
On time
4:07 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h57
5:04 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668174:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h02
5:10 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64120
On time
4:16 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
5:10 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668224:22 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h02
5:24 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64122
On time
4:28 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h56
5:24 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64223
On time
4:32 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h57
5:29 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668284:39 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
5:38 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY643314:44 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h57
5:41 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66834
On time
4:54 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
5:53 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY641364:59 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h53
5:52 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64183
On time
5:04 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h58
6:02 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66844
On time
5:09 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
6:08 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64127
On time
5:16 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h53
6:09 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY641445:19 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h57
6:16 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668505:23 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h01
6:24 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY641305:30 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
6:24 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64186
On time
5:34 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h58
6:32 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668565:36 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
6:35 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY641315:43 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h53
6:36 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668665:45 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
6:44 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY641325:47 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h56
6:43 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668775:52 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h01
6:53 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY641335:58 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h52
6:50 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64188
On time
6:03 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h58
7:01 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668856:07 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
7:06 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY641356:16 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h51
7:07 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64189
On time
6:19 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h58
7:17 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP668896:22 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h01
7:23 PM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64363
On time
6:22 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h19
7:41 PM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY641426:30 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h53
7:23 PM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY64657
On time
12:04 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h55
12:59 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64658
On time
12:11 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h12
1:23 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76726
On time
12:15 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
1:23 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
c2cY64673
On time
12:34 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h56
1:30 AM Southend Central (SOC)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76738
On time
12:50 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
1:58 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP011454:35 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h09
5:44 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642135:00 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
5:54 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642515:07 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h13
6:20 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642155:30 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h55
6:25 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP667135:36 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h01
6:37 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642535:40 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
1h14
6:54 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP667226:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h02
7:02 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY642176:04 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h54
6:58 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY641796:26 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h55
7:21 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP766786:35 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
7:34 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)0 transfersDirect
c2cY641636:42 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h56
7:38 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect
c2cY640736:48 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)
0h55
7:43 AM Southend Central (SOC)0 transfersDirect

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The best time to book your train from London to Southend-on-Sea is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Southend-on-Sea route.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Southend-on-Sea

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Trains from London to Southend-on-Sea run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 49m.

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
36 miles (58 km)
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€7)
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
49m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
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, Greater Anglia from London to Southend-on-Sea trainsc2c, Greater Anglia trains will get you between London and Southend-on-Sea from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

c2c

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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
49m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€7)
c2c frequency
13 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
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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
59m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€14)
Greater Anglia frequency
12 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
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Traveling by train from London to Southend-on-Sea

The train connection between London and Southend-on-Sea is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to explore the charming coastal town. The primary train providers on this route are c2c and Greater Anglia, offering frequent services throughout the day. With a journey time of approximately 1 hour, passengers can enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views along the way. Whether you're heading for a day at the beach or exploring local attractions, these trains provide an excellent option for your travel needs.

Train Connection: London to Southend-on-Sea

The train connection from London to Southend-on-Sea takes approximately 51 minutes and offers 21 direct services per day. Passengers can board trains at stations including London Liverpool Street, West Ham, Limehouse, and London Fenchurch Street, arriving at various destinations in Southend such as Southend East, Thorpe Bay, Southend Airport, Southend Central, Southend Victoria, Chalkwell, and Prittlewell.

London to Southend-on-Sea Train Connection

The first daily train from London to Southend-on-Sea departs at 06:43, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the coastal town. The last journey of the day leaves at 23:04, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their evening before returning.

Train Tickets Price from London to Southend-on-Sea

The cheapest ticket price for a train journey from London to Southend-on-Sea is €8. The average ticket price typically hovers around €14, making it an affordable option for travelers looking to explore the charming coastal town of Southend-on-Sea.

Exploring Southend: A Journey Through History and Fun

Welcome to Southend Pier, the longest pleasure pier in the world, stretching over 1.3 miles into the Thames Estuary since its opening in 1830. This iconic structure has not only served as a vital transportation link but also stands as a testament to Victorian engineering and leisure culture, attracting millions of visitors each year. As you stroll along its wooden planks, take note of the charming kiosks and stunning views that make this landmark truly unique.

Next up is Adventure Island, an exhilarating amusement park that opened in 1984 on what was once part of Southend's historic funfair scene. With thrilling rides for all ages and family-friendly attractions set against a vibrant seaside backdrop, it captures the essence of joy and excitement synonymous with coastal holidays. Don’t miss out on trying some classic fairground games or indulging in delicious treats while soaking up the lively atmosphere!

Finally, we arrive at Kursaal—a grand entertainment venue established in 1901 that played a pivotal role during Southend’s golden age of tourism. Known for its distinctive architecture featuring ornate domes and intricate details, it offers visitors both historical significance and modern-day amusements like bowling alleys and arcades within its walls today. Be sure to explore this fascinating blend of past glamour with contemporary fun; it's where nostalgia meets adventure!

FAQs: Trains from London to Southend-on-Sea

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from London to Southend-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $8 (€7), while the average price is around $17 (€14).
The train from London to Southend-on-Sea takes 49m and runs 11 per day.
The distance by train from London to Southend-on-Sea is 36 miles (58 km).
The first train from London to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 12:01 AM.
The last train from London to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 11:58 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London to Southend-on-Sea.
Yes, there is a direct train from London to Southend-on-Sea. This service operates 11 times per day, provided by c2c, Greater Anglia.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London to Southend-on-Sea.
The train station in London that goes to Southend-on-Sea is London Liverpool Street (LST), which connects to Southend Central (SOC).
The cheapest way to get from London to Southend-on-Sea is by train, with a cost of around $8 (€7).
The train journey from London to Southend-on-Sea offers views of the Essex countryside, with glimpses of fields, small towns, and the Thames estuary approaching Southend, providing a mix of urban and natural scenery.
Yes, a day trip from London to Southend-on-Sea is feasible. The journey takes 49m, covering 36 miles (58 km). There are 9 trains per day available for this route.
Two to three days in Southend-on-Sea can allow you to explore its key attractions, including Adventure Island, Southend Pier, and the Sea Life Adventure Aquarium.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Southend-on-Sea.
Since neither London nor Southend-on-Sea are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Southend-on-Sea include Barking, Rochford, Stratford, Basildon, Wickford.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Southend-on-Sea, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the seafront and amusement parks. Common scams include overcharging in taxis that are not licensed and distraction techniques used by street vendors or performers. Staying alert in busy tourist spots and using official transportation services can help ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Southend-on-Sea

Most London to Southend-on-Sea trains use the London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central station pair, with some services arriving at Prittlewell. Use this guide to compare London and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Southend-on-Sea

Which London station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?

Trains from London to Southend-on-Sea leave from London Liverpool Street. The station is 1 miles (3 km) from London city centre at London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY.
London Liverpool StreetLondon Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre

London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth · 11m · $2 · every ~30 min
BusN26, N550, N551 · 22m · $5 · every ~8 min
A8 · 23m · $1 · every ~11 min
76 · 26m · $2 · every ~27 min
SubwayCentral · 8m · $4 · every ~94 min

London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services

London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: 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.

More about London Liverpool Street
London Fenchurch StreetLondon Fenchurch Street station, Fenchurch Place, London, EC3M 4AJWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Fenchurch Street from London city centre

London Fenchurch Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus736, 735 · 15m
N15 · 20m · $19 · every ~8 min
N26, N550, N551 · 21m · $5 · every ~8 min
N253 · 1h 3m · $2 · every ~3 min
SubwayCircle, District · 15m · $4 · every ~108 min

London Fenchurch Street train station facilities and services

London Fenchurch Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Fenchurch Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Fenchurch Street. ATMs are available at London Fenchurch Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Fenchurch Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Fenchurch Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Fenchurch Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Fenchurch Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: The main entrance is the only entrance that has step free access. There is a lift to take you from the entrance to the station concourse and platform levels. Please note there is no step free access from the Coopers Road entrance to the station, Accessible public telephones: Located on main concourse, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank outside the main station entrance on Fenchurch Street, 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: Wheelchairs are always available from Main station reception or from any member of station staff, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about London Fenchurch Street
West HamWest Ham station, Manor Road, West Ham, Greater London, E15 3BNWifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to West Ham from London city centre

West Ham is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria, London Liverpool Street - Norwich, London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea, London Liverpool Street - Braintree, London Liverpool Street - Ipswich, London Liverpool Street - Wickford, London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town, London Liverpool Street - Stowmarket, London Liverpool Street - Witham, London Liverpool Street - Colchester, London Liverpool Street - Southminster, London Liverpool Street - Harwich International, London Liverpool Street - Harwich Town, London Liverpool Street - Hertford East, London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North, London Liverpool Street - Hockley, London Liverpool Street - Bishops Stortford · 11m · $5 · every ~17 min
SubwayDistrict · 23m · $10 · every ~66 min

West Ham train station facilities and services

West Ham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at West Ham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at West Ham.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at West Ham: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at West Ham: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at West Ham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access via lifts to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

More about West Ham

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