- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$17
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$21
Fastest journey on Oct 20
57 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
57 m
Trains on Oct 20
43
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 43 trains from Southend-on-Sea to London, including 42 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest trains will take 58 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.
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Y64097Trains from Southend-on-Sea to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 10 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 47m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Southend-on-Sea to London trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P66711 | 4:00 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h07 | 5:07 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64250 | 4:05 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h18 | 5:23 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64214 | 4:20 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h00 | 5:20 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66720 | 4:30 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h04 | 5:34 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64252 | 4:33 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h20 | 5:53 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66724 | 5:03 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 0h59 | 6:02 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64166 | 6:02 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h01 | 7:03 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64259 · Y64072 | 6:05 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h04 | 7:09 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 1 transfer | |
Y64259 | 6:05 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h22 | 7:27 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66732 | 6:09 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h04 | 7:13 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64167 | 6:15 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h04 | 7:19 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66736 | 6:23 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h04 | 7:27 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64089 | 8:01 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h02 | 9:03 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P76756 | 8:11 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h05 | 9:16 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64172 | 8:21 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h01 | 9:22 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66771 | 8:28 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h03 | 9:31 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64091 | 8:38 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h01 | 9:39 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66775 | 8:48 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h03 | 9:51 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64232 | 8:53 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h01 | 9:54 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64234 | 8:59 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h02 | 10:01 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64277 | 9:05 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h20 | 10:25 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P76774 | 9:08 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h03 | 10:11 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64097 | 9:11 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0h58 | 10:09 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66778 | 9:28 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h00 | 10:28 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64236 | 9:32 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h01 | 10:33 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64279 | 9:35 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h21 | 10:56 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64099 | 9:45 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0h57 | 10:42 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P76785 | 9:49 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h05 | 10:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64238 | 10:02 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h03 | 11:05 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64281 | 10:05 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h20 | 11:25 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P76791 | 10:09 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h02 | 11:11 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64101 | 10:15 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0h57 | 11:12 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66787 | 10:29 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 0h59 | 11:28 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64240 | 10:32 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0h59 | 11:31 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64283 | 10:36 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h18 | 11:54 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64103 | 10:45 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0h57 | 11:42 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P76802 | 10:51 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h01 | 11:52 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64242 | 11:01 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h00 | 12:01 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64285 | 11:06 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h18 | 12:24 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P76808 | 11:09 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1h02 | 12:11 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64105 | 11:15 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0h57 | 12:12 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y64244 | 11:23 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 1h07 | 12:30 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66796 | 11:29 AM Southend Victoria (SOV) | 0h59 | 12:28 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southend-on-Sea 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.

Most Southend-on-Sea to London trains use the Southend Central to London Fenchurch Street station pair, with some services arriving at London Liverpool Street. Use this guide to compare Southend-on-Sea and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southend Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Southend Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Central. ATMs are available at Southend Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southend Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southend Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Southend Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Southend Victoria 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Southend Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Victoria. ATMs are available at Southend Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Southend Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southend Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Southend Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi rank at front of station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Chalkwell is 3 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Chalkwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chalkwell.
Wi-Fi is available at Chalkwell.
Ticket office support is available at Chalkwell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chalkwell: Parking, WC.
Available at Chalkwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chalkwell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free access is not available to either platform at this station, Accessible public telephones: No, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
London Fenchurch Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Fenchurch Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Fenchurch Street. ATMs are available at London Fenchurch Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
West Ham is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
West Ham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at West Ham.
Wi-Fi is available at West Ham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Ham: Parking.
Available at West Ham: Bike Parking.
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.
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