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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | London Fenchurch Street | Southend Central | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | London Liverpool Street | Southend Airport | Fastest | ||||
| Train | London Liverpool Street | Southend Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | London Fenchurch Street | Southend Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | London Liverpool Street | Southend Victoria | No tags |
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Get from London to Southend-on-Sea
The journey takes about 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Southend-on-Sea?
Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Southend-on-Sea by train
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 $47. 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 trip from London to Southend-on-Sea?
A train trip between London and Southend-on-Sea is around 59m, although the fastest train will take about 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 59 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains 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 37. 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.
Which train companies travel from London to Southend-on-Sea?
When taking the train from London to Southend-on-Sea, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greater Anglia, c2c.
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 King's Cross or St Pancras International 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 Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $26To 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 $26 to $59 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 $26 which is on 2025-11-24.
Usually 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.
