The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- €64
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- €90
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 3 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 3 h 29 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 4
- Distance
- 202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 4 trains from Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.

8:50 AM 3h20 Nottingham 12:10 PM Southend-on-Sea €64 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:50 AM 3h20 Nottingham 1:10 PM Southend-on-Sea €89 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:12 AM 3h38 Nottingham 11:50 AM Southend-on-Sea €103 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:12 AM 3h38 Nottingham 10:50 AM Southend-on-Sea €104 1 One-way 0 transfers

9:50 AM 3h20 Nottingham 1:10 PM Southend-on-Sea €89 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:50 AM 3h20 Nottingham 12:10 PM Southend-on-Sea €64 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:12 AM 3h38 Nottingham 10:50 AM Southend-on-Sea €104 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:12 AM 3h38 Nottingham 11:50 AM Southend-on-Sea €103 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea
Trains from Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:12 PM Nottingham | 3h23 | 6:35 PM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
![]() | 7:12 AM Nottingham | 3h38 | 10:50 AM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:12 AM Nottingham | 3h38 | 11:50 AM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Nottingham | 3h20 | 12:10 PM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 AM Nottingham | 3h20 | 1:10 PM Southend-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea
Most Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Nottingham to Southend Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southend Victoria. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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: Yes.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Southend Central from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend Central 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
Food and drink options are available at Southend Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Central. ATMs are available at Southend Central.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southend Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Southend Victoria from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend Victoria train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Southend Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Victoria. ATMs are available at Southend Victoria.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southend Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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