The cheapest and fastest trains from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC)
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC) will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 5 trains that leave West Ham (WEH) for Southend Central (SOC) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 49 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.










Live departures
West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC) train times
The table below shows live departures for West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:50 AM West Ham (WEH) | 1h04 | 10:54 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 AM West Ham (WEH) | 1h04 | 12:24 PM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:44 PM West Ham (WEH) | 0h45 | 3:29 PM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:52 AM West Ham (WEH) | 0h46 | 6:38 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 AM West Ham (WEH) | 0h44 | 7:49 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:09 AM West Ham (WEH) | 0h49 | 7:58 AM Southend Central (SOC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC)
Trains from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 16:29. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 44m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 16:29 |
Train companies: c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC) trainsc2c, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between West Ham (WEH) and Southend Central (SOC) from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC) 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 Central (SOC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from West Ham (WEH) to Southend Central (SOC)
- Type of shops available: Nisa Local convenience store and Home & Beauty shop by entrance to station.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When the District and Hammersmith & City lines are closed through the station, replacement buses will generally operate to/from Canning Town station, please use Jubilee line or DLR connections.
- Metro: District, Hammersmith & City and Jubilee Lines. Also DLR services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 06:30 - 21:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Platforms 3 & 4 Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Platforms 3/4 Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms 3/4 concourse. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside platforms 1/2 & on platform 3/4 concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Clifftown Road near The Last Public House
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