Train London to Southend-on-Sea: Trip Overview
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London to Southend-on-Sea Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Southend-on-Sea
How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Southend-on-Sea cost?
The average train ticket price from London to Southend-on-Sea is US$21. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Southend-on-Sea is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from London to Southend-on-Sea?
A train trip between London and Southend-on-Sea is around 56m, although the fastest train will take about 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 37 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between London and Southend-on-Sea?
The number of trains from London to Southend-on-Sea can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Southend-on-Sea by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Southend-on-Sea?
Trains travelling between London and Southend-on-Sea leave from Euston Station or King's Cross and arrive at London Southend Airport.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Southend-on-Sea was searched and found on 28 Apr 2025 with a price of US$14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Southend-on-Sea as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$37 for a train ticket from London to Southend-on-Sea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-04-28.
Usually RDG_ABELLIO_GREATER_ANGLIA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between London and Southend-on-Sea is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Southend-on-Sea.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Southend-on-Sea you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between London and Southend-on-Sea, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from London to Southend-on-Sea.
Did you know?
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!
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