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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£139
Average price
£139
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea will cost around £139 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £139.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Southend-on-Sea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 445 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £91, and a train costs an average of £137.
Distance: 445 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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£138 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:49 Carlisle | 5h21 | 13:10 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea
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Trains from Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £137 but you can travel from only £91 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 17:52. The fastest train covers the 445 km distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 445 km |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £137 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 17:52 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Southend-on-Sea from £91. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Southend-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Southend-on-Sea
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Saturday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Sunday 07:00 - 10:4516:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located near Platform 1. The National key toilets are located near Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only all toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Beside station building in secure compound
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 06:30 - 21:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside platforms 1/2 & on platform 3/4 concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Clifftown Road near The Last Public House
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