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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
Showing times and prices for Nov 30
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
44 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Southend-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Southend-on-Sea will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Barking for Southend-on-Sea on Sun, Nov 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
10:38AM1h02
Barking11:40AMSouthend-on-Sea
€61One-way
0 transfers
07:39AM0h44
Barking08:23AMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
08:08AM0h59
Barking09:07AMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
05:58AM0h59
Barking06:57AMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
06:18PM1h02
Barking07:20PMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
11:03AM0h41
Barking11:44AMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
07:39AM0h44
Barking08:23AMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
05:58AM0h59
Barking06:57AMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
08:08AM0h59
Barking09:07AMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
06:18PM1h02
Barking07:20PMSouthend-on-Sea
€111One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Barking to Southend-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Barking to Southend-on-Sea trains for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:31 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:14 PM Barking | 0h40 | 12:54 PM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 30 | |||||
| 5:58 AM Barking | 0h59 | 6:57 AM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:08 AM Barking | 0h59 | 9:07 AM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 37m.
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 44 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
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
Train companies: c2c from Barking to Southend-on-Sea trainsc2c trains will get you between Barking and Southend-on-Sea from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
c2c
About
c2c is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Fenchurch Street to destinations in East London and Essex, including Southend, Basildon, and Grays. c2c offers a range of train types, including the Class 357 Electrostar, Class 312 Electrostar, and Class 315 Electrostar. These trains are modern and comfortable, with air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. c2c also offers a range of ticket types, including Anytime, Off-Peak, and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, toilets, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for c2c are London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central, London Fenchurch Street to Basildon, and London Fenchurch Street to Grays.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
€6
c2c frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar/bistro service available on most trains offering snacks, drinks, and light meals
Seat reservation
Seat reservations mandatory and included in ticket price for high-speed trains, optional for regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
Trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
Taking trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea is a convenient way to travel between the two towns. It involves just a short journey of around 40 minutes on a service provided by c2c. The route is direct with the first train leaving at just before 5:00 a.m. Trains then run until after midnight with up to seven departures an hour during the peak morning period. Trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea depart from Barking Station and terminate at Southend Central. With slight variations at the weekend, the same timetable operates seven days a week.
FAQs: Trains from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking to Southend-on-Sea 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-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
On average the Barking to Southend-on-Sea train time is 46 min covering the 43 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Barking to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 07: 49. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Barking to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 20: 33.
There are 90 trains a day from Barking to Southend-on-Sea which require at least one change with c2c. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Barking to Southend-on-Sea train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with c2c. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Barking to Southend-on-Sea to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 33.
The cheapest month for a train from Barking to Southend-on-Sea is October.
Yes, you can take a train to Southend-on-Sea from Barking.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barking to Southend-on-Sea
Barking
Southend-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Barking is Barking. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barking for your trip from Barking to Southend-on-Sea.
Barking
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 23:00 Saturday 05:15 - 23:00 Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Jewellers, Florist and Dry Cleaners.
Parking
- Car Park: Vicarage Field Shopping Centre
Taxis
- Taxi: Outside entrance on Station Parade
- Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1.
- Accessible taxis: 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Footbridge. The National key toilets are located on the Station Footbridge; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: On station footbridge. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside main entrance on Station Parade
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Barking
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: London Overground Rail Replacement buses: Eastbound towards Barking (terminating) at bus stop H in Station Parade. Westbound towards Walthamstow Central use bus stop K in Station Parade. c2c Rail Replacement buses outside the front of the station near KFC.
- Metro: District Line - Platforms 2 & 6 Hammersmith & City Line - Platforms 3/6 London Overground - Platforms 1/7 & 8 Please check departure screens prior to making your way to the platform
Barking Riverside
Amenities at train station
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingThe major train station for arrivals in Southend-on-Sea is Chalkwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chalkwell for your journey to Southend-on-Sea from Barking.
Chalkwell
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 06:40 - 16:15 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1&2. Access to the National key toilets must be requested at the Ticket Office window.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Ladies toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Chalkwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement buses will call at the station entrance at stop A and B.
Southend Central
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 06:30 - 21:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside platforms 1/2 & on platform 3/4 concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Southend Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Clifftown Road near The Last Public House
Southend East
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:30 - 15:30 Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free access is only available from Ambleside Drive to platform 1 (London bound)
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside ticket office on platform 1 and at Riviera Drive entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Southend East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Southchurch Road, Bus Stop A (Towards Southend and London), Bus Stop B (Towards Shoeburyness)
Thorpe Bay
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 17:15 Saturday 07:00 - 15:45 Sunday 08:00 - 15:45
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There are no lifts at the station, but step free access is available to both platforms from street level
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Thorpe Bay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops at the front of the station on Acacia Drive
Most popular trains to and from Southend-on-Sea and Barking
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