Luton to Southend-on-Sea train with c2c

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Cheap train tickets from Luton to Southend-on-Sea

Showing times and prices for Jan 25

Cheapest

$64

Average

$64

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Southend-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

W26265

05:08AM2h46

Luton station (LUT)

07:54AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

W26717

02:40AM3h14

Luton station (LUT)

05:54AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

W21489

05:56AM2h28

Luton station (LUT)

08:24AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

W26724

03:40AM2h44

Luton station (LUT)

06:24AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

W26729

04:08AM2h46

Luton station (LUT)

06:54AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

1 transfer

Luton to Southend-on-Sea train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, January 25

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
c2c W26717 ThameslinkW26717	02:40AM Luton station (LUT)	3h14	05:54AM Southend Central (SOC)	1 transfer
c2c W26724 ThameslinkW26724	03:40AM Luton station (LUT)	2h44	06:24AM Southend Central (SOC)	1 transfer
c2c W26729 ThameslinkW26729	04:08AM Luton station (LUT)	2h46	06:54AM Southend Central (SOC)	1 transfer
c2c W26261 ThameslinkW26261	04:38AM Luton station (LUT)	2h46	07:24AM Southend Central (SOC)	1 transfer
c2c W26265 ThameslinkW26265	05:08AM Luton station (LUT)	2h46	07:54AM Southend Central (SOC)	1 transfer
c2c W21489 East Midlands RailwayW21489	05:56AM Luton station (LUT)	2h28	08:24AM Southend Central (SOC)	2 transfers
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Fastest train times from Luton to Southend-on-Sea

Showing times and prices for Jan 25

Fastest Journey

2 h 28 m

Average

2 h 47 m

Trains per day

Distance

87 km

It's difficult to get from Luton to Southend-on-Sea without transferring at least once.

Fastest

W21489

05:56AM2h28

Luton station (LUT)

08:24AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

2 transfers

W26724

03:40AM2h44

Luton station (LUT)

06:24AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

1 transfer

W26265

05:08AM2h46

Luton station (LUT)

07:54AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

1 transfer

W26729

04:08AM2h46

Luton station (LUT)

06:54AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

1 transfer

W26261

04:38AM2h46

Luton station (LUT)

07:24AMSouthend Central (SOC)

$641One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Southend-on-Sea

Trains from Luton to Southend-on-Sea run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€54) if you book in advance.

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

53 miles (86 km)

Average train duration

2h 31m

Cheapest ticket price

$60 (€54)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 56m

First train

02:36

Last train

23:43

Price information

Train companies: C2c, Abellio Greater Anglia and east_midlands_trains from Luton to Southend-on-Sea trains

Travel from Luton to Southend-on-Sea from $58 (€52) with Omio’s train partners c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia and east_midlands_trains! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

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.

Train information from Luton to Southend-on-Sea with c2c:

Average Duration: 2 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $58

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.

Train information from Luton to Southend-on-Sea with Abellio Greater Anglia:

Average Duration: 2 h 27 min
Cheapest Price: $58

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from Luton to Southend-on-Sea train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $70
Thameslink frequency: 47 a day

FAQs: Trains from Luton to Southend-on-Sea

FAQs: Travel by train from Luton to Southend-on-Sea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Southend-on-Sea.

Cheap train tickets from Luton to Southend-on-Sea can start from as little as $60 (€54) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Luton to Southend-on-Sea is $61 (€55); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Luton to Southend-on-Sea is 1 h 56 min to travel the 53 mile (86 km) long journey, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Luton to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 2: 36 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Luton to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 11: 43 PM.

There are 8 trains a day from Luton to Southend-on-Sea which require at least one change with c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Luton to Southend-on-Sea you can take a train with c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Southend-on-Sea from Luton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 43 PM.

A day trip to Southend-on-Sea from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Luton to Southend-on-Sea by train is November.

Yes, you can take a train to Southend-on-Sea from Luton.