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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chatham to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chatham 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 Chatham to Southend-on-Sea will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chatham 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 22 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
8:282h02Chatham10:30Southend-on-Sea£441One-way0 changes
- 8:282h02Chatham10:30Southend-on-Sea£441One-way0 changes
Live departures
Chatham to Southend-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Chatham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 13:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 15:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 14:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 16:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 15:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 17:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 16:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 18:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 17:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 19:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 18:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 20:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 19:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 21:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 20:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 22:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 21:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 23:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 22:28 Chatham | 2h08 | 0:36 Southend-on-Sea | 2 changes | |
| 8:28 Chatham | 2h02 | 10:30 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chatham to Southend-on-Sea
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Trains from Chatham to Southend-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 4:34 |
Last train 22:34 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Chatham to Southend-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chatham 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 Chatham and Southend-on-Sea
Most Chatham to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Chatham to Southend Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southend Victoria. Use this guide to compare Chatham and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chatham station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Chatham from Chatham city centre
Chatham train station facilities and services
Chatham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chatham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chatham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chatham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services to London via ramp to car park. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via ramp from Railway Street. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 250 metres. Step access between platforms available via the booking hall, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains from Chatham arrive at?
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 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 East from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend East is 1 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Southend East train station facilities and services
Southend East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southend East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southend East. 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 East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free access is only available from Ambleside Drive to platform 1 (London bound), 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: No.
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