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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Southend-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Southend-on-Sea will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
To travel from Bedford to Southend-on-Sea you need to make at least 2 changes.
W45575+
P667133:422h55Bedford station (BDM)6:37Southend Victoria (SOV)£681One-way1 change- W45584+
Y642153:143h11Bedford station (BDM)6:25Southend Central (SOC)£681One-way1 change - W45586+Y642132:143h40Bedford station (BDM)5:54Southend Central (SOC)£681One-way1 change
- W45586+P667842:143h30Bedford station (BDM)5:44Southend Victoria (SOV)£681One-way1 change
C04201+
Metro from Stratford International to West Ham+
P85888+Y642206:062h23Bedford station (BDM)8:29Southend Central (SOC)£681One-way3 changes
- C04201+Metro from Stratford International to West Ham+P85888+Y642206:062h23Bedford station (BDM)8:29Southend Central (SOC)£681One-way3 changes
- C04201+G28283+P66733+
C379566:062h27Bedford station (BDM)8:33Southend Victoria (SOV)£681One-way3 changes - C04201+P66733+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street6:062h27Bedford station (BDM)8:33Southend Victoria (SOV)£681One-way2 changes - C04201+Y64082+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Fenchurch Street6:062h36Bedford station (BDM)8:42Southend Central (SOC)£681One-way2 changes
- W32981+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street+Y642174:122h46Bedford station (BDM)6:58Southend Central (SOC)£681One-way2 changes
Live departures
Bedford to Southend-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Southend-on-Sea trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:32 Bedford | 2h20 | 14:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
 | 12:57 Bedford | 2h25 | 15:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 13:02 Bedford | 3h04 | 16:06 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 13:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 15:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 14:10 Bedford | 2h12 | 16:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 14:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 16:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 15:10 Bedford | 2h12 | 17:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 15:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 17:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 16:10 Bedford | 2h12 | 18:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 16:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 18:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 17:10 Bedford | 2h12 | 19:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 17:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 19:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 18:10 Bedford | 2h12 | 20:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 18:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 20:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 19:10 Bedford | 2h12 | 21:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 19:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 21:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 20:10 Bedford | 2h12 | 22:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 20:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 22:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 21:16 Bedford | 2h06 | 23:22 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 21:40 Bedford | 2h12 | 23:52 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 22:20 Bedford | 2h06 | 0:26 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 22:27 Bedford | 2h09 | 0:36 Southend-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| W45586+P66784 | On time 2:14 Bedford station (BDM) | 3h30 | 5:44 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1 change | |
| W45586+Y64213 | On time 2:14 Bedford station (BDM) | 3h40 | 5:54 Southend Central (SOC) | 1 change | |
| W45584+Y64215 | On time 3:14 Bedford station (BDM) | 3h11 | 6:25 Southend Central (SOC) | 1 change | |
| W45575+P66713 | 3:42 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h55 | 6:37 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 1 change | |
| W45575+Y64217 | 3:42 Bedford station (BDM) | 3h16 | 6:58 Southend Central (SOC) | 1 change | |
| W32981+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street+Y64217 | 4:12 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h46 | 6:58 Southend Central (SOC) | 2 changes | |
| P66733+C04201+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street | 6:06 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h27 | 8:33 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
| C04201+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Fenchurch Street+Y64082 | 6:06 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h36 | 8:42 Southend Central (SOC) | 2 changes | |
| P66733+C37956+C04201+G28283 | 6:06 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h27 | 8:33 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| C04201+P85888+Metro from Stratford International to West Ham+Y64220 | 6:06 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h23 | 8:29 Southend Central (SOC) | 3 changes | |
 W88020 · Y80784+Tube from London Euston to Stratford (London)+P66743 | 6:13 Bedford St Johns (BSJ) | 3h20 | 9:33 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Southend-on-Sea
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Trains from Bedford to Southend-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 19:31 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
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FAQs: Bedford to Southend-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Southend-on-Sea by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southend-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Southend-on-Sea
Most Bedford to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Bedford to Southend Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Southend Central. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bedford St Johns from Bedford city centre
Bedford St Johns train station facilities and services
Bedford St Johns has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford St Johns.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford St Johns: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford St Johns: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford St Johns: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Southend Victoria from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend Victoria train station facilities and services
Southend Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southend Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Victoria. ATMs are available at Southend Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southend Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southend Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend Victoria: 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.
Getting to Southend Central from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend Central train station facilities and services
Southend Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southend Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Central. ATMs are available at Southend Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southend Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southend Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend Central: 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.
Getting to Prittlewell from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Prittlewell is 1 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Prittlewell train station facilities and services
Prittlewell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prittlewell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Prittlewell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prittlewell.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prittlewell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prittlewell: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prittlewell: 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.
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