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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southend-on-Sea to London
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- €16
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- €21
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 1 h 1 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 1 h 2 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 6
- 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 €16.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 6 trains from Southend-on-Sea to London, including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
Y640918:38 AM 1h01 Southend Central (SOC) 9:39 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers- Y64172
8:21 AM 1h01 Southend Central (SOC) 9:22 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - Y64089
8:01 AM 1h02 Southend Central (SOC) 9:03 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers 
P667718:28 AM 1h03 Southend Victoria (SOV) 9:31 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) €26 1 One-way 0 transfers- P66775
8:48 AM 1h03 Southend Victoria (SOV) 9:51 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) €26 1 One-way 0 transfers
- Y64091
8:38 AM 1h01 Southend Central (SOC) 9:39 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - Y64172
8:21 AM 1h01 Southend Central (SOC) 9:22 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - Y64089
8:01 AM 1h02 Southend Central (SOC) 9:03 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - P66771
8:28 AM 1h03 Southend Victoria (SOV) 9:31 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) €26 1 One-way 0 transfers - P66775
8:48 AM 1h03 Southend Victoria (SOV) 9:51 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) €26 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southend-on-Sea to London
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Trains 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 €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 58 km distance in 47m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Live departures
Southend-on-Sea to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Southend-on-Sea to London trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
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FAQs: Trains from Southend-on-Sea to London
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southend-on-Sea to London
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.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains to London leave from?
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.
Getting to Chalkwell from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Chalkwell is 3 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Chalkwell train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Chalkwell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chalkwell.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chalkwell: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chalkwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which London station do trains from Southend-on-Sea arrive at?
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to London Fenchurch Street from London city centre
London Fenchurch Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Fenchurch Street train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at London Fenchurch Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Fenchurch Street. ATMs are available at London Fenchurch Street.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to West Ham from London city centre
West Ham is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
West Ham train station facilities and services
West Ham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Ham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at West Ham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Ham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at West Ham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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