Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham train

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Cheap train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest

$101

Average

$121

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

Cheapest

L68289

04:00AM3h48

Southend Victoria (SOV)

07:48AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)

$1011One-way

1 transfer

C32842

05:08AM3h19

Southend Central (SOC)

08:27AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)

$1081One-way

2 transfers

L68289

04:00AM3h46

Southend Victoria (SOV)

07:46AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)

$1551One-way

2 transfers

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 9

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Avanti West Coast L68289	04:00AM Southend Victoria (SOV)	3h48	07:48AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	1 transfer
Greater Anglia L68289	04:00AM Southend Victoria (SOV)	3h46	07:46AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	2 transfers
Avanti West Coast C32842	05:08AM Southend Central (SOC)	3h19	08:27AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	2 transfers
This is the last train of the day.

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Fastest train times from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Fastest Journey

3 h 19 m

Average

3 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

207 km

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

Fastest

C32842

05:08AM3h19

Southend Central (SOC)

08:27AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)

$1081One-way

2 transfers

L68289

04:00AM3h46

Southend Victoria (SOV)

07:46AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)

$1551One-way

2 transfers

L68289

04:00AM3h48

Southend Victoria (SOV)

07:48AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)

$1011One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham

Trains from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€39) 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

128 miles (207 km)

Average train duration

3h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

$43 (€39)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 5m

First train

04:00

Last train

23:11

Price information

Train providers: Virgin Trains, Chiltern Railways and CrossCountry from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham trains

Virgin Trains, Chiltern Railways and CrossCountry trains will get you to Birmingham from Southend-on-Sea from $57 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your 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.

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $57

Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next train from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance.

Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham train information with Chiltern Railways:

Average Duration: 4 h
Cheapest Price: $80

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Birmingham from Southend-on-Sea. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 3 h 11 min
Cheapest Price: $314
CrossCountry frequency: 8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham

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

Cheap train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham can start from as little as $43 (€39) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is $82 (€72); 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 Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is 3 h 5 min to travel the 128 mile (207 km) long journey, with around there are 5 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

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

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

There are 5 trains a day from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways or Abellio Greater Anglia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham, you can count on Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways or Abellio Greater Anglia for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Birmingham from Southend-on-Sea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

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

A trip to Birmingham from Southend-on-Sea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham by train is August.

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