Southend-on-Sea to London Train

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Southend-on-Sea to London by train

The journey from Southend-on-Sea to London by train is 34.74 mi and takes 1 hr 0 mins. There are 34 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:00 and the last at 20:23. It is possible to travel from Southend-on-Sea to London by train for as little as £8.88 or as much as £23.58. The best price for this journey is £8.88.

Lowest Price	£8.88
Journey Duration	1 hr 0 mins
Connection per Day	Greater Anglia, c2c 34
Lowest Price	Greater Anglia, c2c £8.88
Highest Price	Greater Anglia, c2c £23.58
First Departure	Greater Anglia, c2c 04:00
Last Departure	Greater Anglia, c2c 20:23
Distance	Greater Anglia, c2c 34.74 mi
Departure	Greater Anglia, c2c Southend-on-Sea
Arrival	Greater Anglia, c2c London
Carriers	Greater Anglia, c2c Greater Anglia, c2c

Southend-on-Sea to London Train Times

Departure date

Friday, 16 May 2025

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Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.77 to £11.71 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 93% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London

The cheapest Southend-on-Sea - London train tickets can be found for as low as £9.18 if you’re lucky, or £9.94 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £11.25.

Find the best day to travel to London by train

When travelling to London by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Greater Anglia and C2c from Southend-on-Sea to London

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Facilities	Greater Anglia	C2c
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Food and drink

Southend-on-Sea to London CO2 Emissions by Train

Train

3.91kg

Bus

4.19kg

Flight

11.18kg

Car

8.94kg

What are the CO2 emissions from Southend-on-Sea to London by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Southend-on-Sea and London are 3.91kg.

How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Southend-on-Sea and London? By taking the train between Southend-on-Sea and London you will save 7.27kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.28kg compared to a bus and 5.03kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London?

A train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London is £14.23. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £8.88.

What's the cheapest train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Southend-on-Sea to London is £8.88. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Southend-on-Sea and London by train?

Southend-on-Sea to London is 34.74 mi.

How long does the train between Southend-on-Sea and London take?

Southend-on-Sea to London is on average 1 hr 0 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 53 mins.

Which companies operate from Southend-on-Sea to London?

The train journey from Southend-on-Sea to London is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greater Anglia and c2c.

How many train connections per day go from Southend-on-Sea to London?

Southend-on-Sea to London has 34 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first train from Southend-on-Sea to London leave?

The earliest train from Southend-on-Sea to London departs at 04:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last train from Southend-on-Sea to London depart?

The latest train from Southend-on-Sea to London departs at 20:23. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £8.88 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

How many direct connections depart from Southend-on-Sea to London?

There are on average 34 direct connection(s) from Southend-on-Sea to go to London.

What's the fastest journey time between Southend-on-Sea to London by train?

The fastest journey time by train between Southend-on-Sea and London is 0 hrs 53 mins.

Is there a direct train from Southend-on-Sea to London?

Yes, there is a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and London.

What are the CO2 emissions for Southend-on-Sea to London by train?

The train journey from Southend-on-Sea to London creates 3.91kg of CO2 emissions.

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Southend-on-Sea to London Train Times

Compare prices and tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London

Price as departure date approaches

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London

Find the best day to travel to London by train

Southend-on-Sea to London CO2 Emissions by Train

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