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Compare prices and tickets Coventry to Southend-on-Sea by train
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CrossCountry as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 21:35 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Coventry and Southend-on-Sea from £67. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 56m
Cheapest Price
£67
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
£68
Avanti West Coast frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Coventry to Southend-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £67, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The train journey from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea covers a distance of 181 km and takes approximately 2h 50m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea is 181 km.
The first train from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 4:00.
The last train from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea departs at 21:35.
Trains from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea.
To travel from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea.
The train station in Coventry that goes to Southend-on-Sea is Coventry station (COV), and it arrives at Southend Victoria (SOV).
The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea is by train, costing approximately £67.
Booking trains from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea is not particularly noted for its scenic views, as it primarily travels through urban areas and typical English countryside without any major landmarks or coastlines.
A day trip from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 50m. There are 6 trains per day covering the distance of 181 km.
For a fulfilling experience in Southend-on-Sea, two to three days are ideal to explore its main attractions, including the longest pleasure pier in the world, Adventure Island amusement park, and the beautiful coastline.
Yes, you can take the train from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Southend-on-Sea
Coventry
Southend-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Coventry is Coventry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Coventry for your trip from Coventry to Southend-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Coventry
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
LoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 12:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 10:00 - 12:00 None
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- 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 not available
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canley
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stop at junction of Sir Henry Parkes Road and Canley Road.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Address
Coventry Arena station, Arena Park Shopping Centre, Classic Drive, Coventry, West Midlands, CV6 6ASDistance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Car parking is available in the adjacent Coventry Building Society Arena car parks A & B
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bicycle storage is available on both platforms.
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Coventry Arena
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off from Stand AD at the Arena Retail Park Bus Station
The major train station for arrivals in Southend-on-Sea is Southend Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southend Victoria for your journey to Southend-on-Sea from Coventry.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Beside station building in secure compound
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Southend Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:30 - 15:30 Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside ticket office on platform 1 and at Riviera Drive entrance
- 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 East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Southchurch Road, Bus Stop A (Towards Southend and London), Bus Stop B (Towards Shoeburyness)
Most popular train connections from Coventry
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