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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC)
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Southend Central (SOC) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G84440+ Tube from London Bridge to West Ham+L03523 | On time 06:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h08 | 08:24 Southend Central (SOC) | 2 changes | |
| G84444+Tube from London Bridge to West Ham+L03509 | On time 06:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h08 | 08:54 Southend Central (SOC) | 2 changes | |
| G84448+Tube from London Bridge to West Ham+L03527 | On time 07:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h08 | 09:24 Southend Central (SOC) | 2 changes | |
| G83654+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London)+L03693 | On time 07:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h21 | 09:41 Southend Central (SOC) | 2 changes | |
 W60450+Tube from London Victoria to Whitechapel+ G24487+L03693 | On time 07:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h15 | 09:41 Southend Central (SOC) | 3 changes | |
| 05:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h39 | 08:14 Southend Central (SOC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 19:46 |
Train companies: c2c, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC) trainsc2c, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Southend Central (SOC) from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Southend Central (SOC) 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 Central (SOC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Southend Central (SOC)
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Information 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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