Manchester to Southend-on-Sea train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea

Showing times and prices for Dec 08

Cheapest

$123

Average

$123

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

08:20AM4h54

Manchester

01:14PMSouthend-on-Sea

$1231One-way

0 transfers

07:59AM5h51

Manchester

01:50PMSouthend-on-Sea

$1241One-way

0 transfers

Manchester to Southend-on-Sea train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 8

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Avanti West Coast	08:20AM Manchester	4h54	01:14PM Southend-on-Sea	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast	07:59AM Manchester	5h51	01:50PM Southend-on-Sea	0 transfersDirect
This is the last train of the day.

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Fastest train times from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea

Showing times and prices for Dec 08

Fastest Journey

4 h 54 m

Average

5 h 22 m

Trains per day

Distance

294 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Southend-on-Sea every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

08:20AM4h54

Manchester

01:14PMSouthend-on-Sea

$1231One-way

0 transfers

07:59AM5h51

Manchester

01:50PMSouthend-on-Sea

$1241One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea

Trains from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€61) 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

182 miles (294 km)

Average train duration

4h 23m

Cheapest ticket price

$69 (€61)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 56m

First train

04:00

Last train

21:41

Price information

Train companies: Virgin Trains from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea trains

You can travel by train to Southend-on-Sea from Manchester with Virgin Trains for as low as $66 (€59). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: $66
Virgin Trains frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester 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 Manchester to Southend-on-Sea.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea can start from as little as $69 (€61) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Southend-on-Sea is $180 (€160); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea is on average 3 h 56 min for the 182 mile (294 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 4: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 9: 41 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Manchester to Southend-on-Sea train with Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 41 PM.

A trip to Southend-on-Sea from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Southend-on-Sea including taking a train, bus or flight.