Compare prices and tickets Forest Gate to Southend-on-Sea by train
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Why book with Omio vs c2c?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for c2c, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or Elizabeth Line (TfL) to find the best option for your trip from Forest Gate to Southend-on-Sea.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or Elizabeth Line (TfL) to find the best option for your trip from Forest Gate to Southend-on-Sea.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Forest Gate to Southend-on-Sea
Trains from Forest Gate to Southend-on-Sea run on average 3 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 0:16 |
Last train 21:29 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: c2c, Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Forest Gate to Southend-on-Sea trainsc2c, Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Forest Gate and Southend-on-Sea from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Forest Gate to Southend-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate and Southend-on-Sea
Most Forest Gate to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Forest Gate to Southend Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Southend Central. Use this guide to compare Forest Gate and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Forest Gate station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Forest Gate from Forest Gate city centre
Forest Gate train station facilities and services
Forest Gate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, 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 Forest Gate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Forest Gate. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Forest Gate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Forest Gate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Forest Gate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 4. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains from Forest Gate 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.
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