How much does a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London cost?

The average train ticket price from Southend-on-Sea to London is $20. The best way to find train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London 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 Southend-on-Sea to London?

A train trip between Southend-on-Sea and London is around 1h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 37 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Southend-on-Sea and London?

The number of trains from Southend-on-Sea to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Southend-on-Sea to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Once in London, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Madame Tussauds London, Kew Gardens, London Mithraeum, The British Museum, St Paul's Cathedral.

Trains from Southend-on-Sea to London | c2c, Greater Anglia

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from $14

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 28 at 3:11pm
Departure city: Southend-on-Sea
Departure location: Southend Victoria
Arrival time: April 28 at 4:12pm
Destination city: London
Destination location: London Liverpool Street
Operated by: Greater Anglia
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 1m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 28 at 7:27am
Departure city: Southend-on-Sea
Departure location: Southend Central
Arrival time: April 28 at 8:14am
Destination city: London
Destination location: London Fenchurch Street
Operated by: c2c
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 47m
Departure time: April 28 at 6:57am
Departure city: Southend-on-Sea
Departure location: Southend Central
Arrival time: April 28 at 7:47am
Destination city: London
Destination location: London Fenchurch Street
Operated by: c2c
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 50m
Departure time: April 28 at 7:06am
Departure city: Southend-on-Sea
Departure location: Southend Victoria
Arrival time: April 28 at 8:08am
Destination city: London
Destination location: London Liverpool Street
Operated by: Greater Anglia
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 2m
Departure time: April 28 at 7:03am
Departure city: Southend-on-Sea
Departure location: Southend Central
Arrival time: April 28 at 8:18am
Destination city: London
Destination location: London Fenchurch Street
Operated by: c2c
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 15m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Southend-on-Sea to London.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Train	Average Price$10 - $44	Average Duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Southend-on-Sea to London

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Southend-on-Sea to London: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$20

Average train trip duration1h 1m

Number of daily trains28

Earliest train departure6:56am

Distance35 miles (56 km)

Latest train departure11:03pm

Train Companies

c2c

Greater Anglia

4.5/516 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Southend-on-Sea to London Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Southend-on-Sea and London?

Stops in Southend-on-Sea

A - London Southend Airport

Stops in London

A - Euston Station

B - King's Cross

C - St Pancras International

D - Waterloo

E - London Bridge

F - Marylebone

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/23

$33

04/24

$16

Today

$16

04/26

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04/27

$17

04/28

$14

04/29

$15

04/30

$39

The cheapest trip from Southend-on-Sea to London was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $41 for a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-04-28.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to London 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.

By choosing the train between Southend-on-Sea and London, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Southend-on-Sea to London while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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 105 m, 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 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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