Southend-on-Sea to London train with c2c

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southend-on-Sea to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€15

Average price

€21

Fastest journey

56 m

Average duration

59 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

58 km

Cheap tickets

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 €15.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Southend-on-Sea for London on Thu, Nov 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.

c2cW52934
08:43AM0h58
Southend Central (SOC)
09:41AMLondon Fenchurch Street (FST)
€151One-way
0 transfers
c2cW52526
08:20AM1h00
Southend Central (SOC)
09:20AMLondon Fenchurch Street (FST)
€151One-way
0 transfers
c2cW52417
08:07AM0h56
Southend Central (SOC)
09:03AMLondon Fenchurch Street (FST)
€151One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater AngliaY82126
08:30AM1h01
Southend Victoria (SOV)
09:31AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)
€261One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater AngliaY82132
08:50AM1h01
Southend Victoria (SOV)
09:51AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)
€261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Southend-on-Sea to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southend-on-Sea to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 58 km

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€14

Average price

€9

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Cheapest

1h 30m

Average total duration

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1h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 58m

Average total duration

1h 28m

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Southend-on-Sea to London train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 8:19 AM
Last updated at 8:19 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
c2cW52526
On time
8:20 AM Southend Central (SOC)
1h00
9:20 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)		0 transfersDirect
greater_angliaY82126
On time
8:30 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)
1h01
9:31 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)		0 transfersDirect
c2cW52934
On time
8:43 AM Southend Central (SOC)
0h58
9:41 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)		0 transfersDirect
greater_angliaY82132
On time
8:50 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)
1h01
9:51 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)		0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 6
c2cW52417
On time
8:07 AM Southend Central (SOC)
0h56
9:03 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)		0 transfersDirect
greater_angliaY83744
On time
8:13 AM Southend Victoria (SOV)
1h03
9:16 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)		0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London?

The best time to book your train from Southend-on-Sea to London is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Southend-on-Sea to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Southend-on-Sea to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Southend-on-Sea to London.

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 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
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
58 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
52m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
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, Abellio Greater Anglia from Southend-on-Sea to London trainsc2c, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Southend-on-Sea and London from €8. 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.
Learn more about c2c
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
€9
c2c frequency
7 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

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Learn more about Abellio Greater Anglia
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
€27
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Southend-on-Sea to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Southend-on-Sea to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Southend-on-Sea to London.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Southend-on-Sea to London is €13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Southend-on-Sea to London is 52 min   to travel the 58 km long journey, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Southend-on-Sea to London leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Southend-on-Sea to London leaves at 23: 58.
Yes, there are 9 direct trains a day from Southend-on-Sea to London with c2c or Abellio Greater Anglia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the journey from Southend-on-Sea to London you can take a train with c2c or Abellio Greater Anglia. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Southend-on-Sea to London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.
A day trip to London from Southend-on-Sea is worth doing with a journey time of 52 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Southend-on-Sea to London by train is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southend-on-Sea and London including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Southend-on-Sea to London

Southend-on-Sea
London
The major train station for departures in Southend-on-Sea is Chalkwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chalkwell for your trip from Southend-on-Sea to London.
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Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Chalkwell station, The Ridgeway, Chalkwell, Essex, SS0 8PX
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 06:40 - 16:15 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Outside station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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.
PrittlewellWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
address
Address
Prittlewell station, Station Approach, Prittlewell, Essex, SS2 5BT
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed No train service on Sundays
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Within forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Prittlewell
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of East Street and Station Approach
Southend CentralWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 06:30 - 21:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Outside platforms 1/2 & on platform 3/4 concourse
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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 EastWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Southend East station, Ambleside Drive, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2UP
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:30 - 15:30 Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Outside ticket office on platform 1 and at Riviera Drive entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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)
Southend VictoriaWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Southend Victoria station, Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6AZ
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Saturday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Sunday 07:00 - 10:4516:00 - 19:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located near Platform 1. The National key toilets are located near Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only all toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Beside station building in secure compound
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Southend Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
Thorpe BayWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Thorpe Bay station, Station Road, Thorpe Bay, Essex, SS1 3JY
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 17:15 Saturday 07:00 - 15:45 Sunday 08:00 - 15:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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

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