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station information and facilities
Southend Central
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 06:30 - 21:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside platforms 1/2 & on platform 3/4 concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Southend Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Clifftown Road near The Last Public House
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FAQ: Travel from Southend Central (SOC)
Everything you need to know about Southend Central (SOC): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

Passengers with reduced mobility can access staff help services at Southend Central station.
Southend Central is near key attractions such as Adventure Island, Sea Life Adventure Aquarium, and the Southend Pier.
Car rental services are not available at Southend Central.
The city center is approximately 0.243 kilometers from Southend Central station.
To reach the city center from Southend Central, you can use the rail replacement bus services located at the bus stops on Clifftown Road near The Last Public House. Alternatively, taxis are also available.
It is generally recommended to arrive at Southend Central at least 15-20 minutes before your train's scheduled departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process.
Southend Central is located on Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, with the postcode SS1 1AB.
Parking is available at Southend Central in the Station Car Park.
I currently do not have specific fare information for train travel from Southend Central to the nearest airport station.
Southend Central has Rail Replacement Services with bus stops located on Clifftown Road near The Last Public House.
Traveling early morning or late evening at Southend Central is typically safe, but it's always advisable to stay alert, keep belongings secure, and be aware of your surroundings.
Security and ticket checks are typically conducted at Southend Central to ensure passenger safety and fare compliance.
Toilets at Southend Central are located on the Platforms 3 & 4 Concourse, with National key toilets available on the Platforms 3/4 Concourse operated by a RADAR key.
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