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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Great Yarmouth to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Great Yarmouth 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 Great Yarmouth to Southend-on-Sea will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Great Yarmouth for Southend-on-Sea every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
13:173h13Great Yarmouth16:30Southend-on-Sea£141One-way0 changes- 11:173h13Great Yarmouth14:30Southend-on-Sea£251One-way0 changes
- 11:173h13Great Yarmouth14:30Southend-on-Sea£251One-way0 changes
- 13:173h13Great Yarmouth16:30Southend-on-Sea£141One-way0 changes
Live departures
Great Yarmouth to Southend-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Great Yarmouth to Southend-on-Sea trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P01791 · P01213 · P01063 · P66741 | On time 5:44 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h29 | 9:13 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01792 · P01223 · P66957 · P66743 | On time 6:12 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h21 | 9:33 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01796 · P02354 · C04683 · P76718 | On time 7:07 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h07 | 10:14 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01800 · P01239 · P66971 · P76730 | 7:35 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h15 | 10:50 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01802 · P01244 · C04686 · P66766 | On time 8:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h16 | 11:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01807 · P01248 · C04662 · P76749 | On time 8:44 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h06 | 11:50 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01812 · P01252 · P67253 · P01143 | On time 9:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h16 | 12:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01816 · P01261 · C04689 · P66776 | On time 10:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h16 | 13:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01824 · P01270 · P67261 · P66780 | On time 11:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h16 | 14:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01827 · P01279 · P01342 · P66794 | On time 12:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h16 | 15:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01833 · P67116 · P67269 · P01154 | On time 13:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h16 | 16:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01837 · P67125 · P66595 · P66822 | 14:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h10 | 17:24 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01837 · P67125 · P67274 · P66828 | 14:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h24 | 17:38 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| F12167 · P67134 · P66605 · P66850 | 15:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h10 | 18:24 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| F12167 · P67134 · P67276 · P66856 | 15:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h21 | 18:35 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01847 · P67143 · P67278 · P66897 | On time 16:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h22 | 19:36 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01853 · P01312 · P67280 · P66715 | On time 17:13 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h17 | 20:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| F12166 · P01316 · C04671 · P66723 | On time 17:44 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h06 | 20:50 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01860 · P67163 · P01129 · C04643 | On time 18:13 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h17 | 21:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01868 · P67169 · P01066 · P66735 | On time 19:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h16 | 22:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 3 changes | |
| P01874 · P01332 · P76700 | On time 20:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 2h59 | 23:13 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
| P01880 · P02946 · P66748 | On time 21:14 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 3h02 | 0:16 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Great Yarmouth to Southend-on-Sea
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Trains from Great Yarmouth to Southend-on-Sea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 5:01 |
Last train 21:22 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Great Yarmouth to Southend-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Great Yarmouth 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 Great Yarmouth and Southend-on-Sea
Most Great Yarmouth to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Great Yarmouth to Southend Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Southend Central. Use this guide to compare Great Yarmouth and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Great Yarmouth station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Great Yarmouth from Great Yarmouth city centre
Great Yarmouth train station facilities and services
Great Yarmouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Great Yarmouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Great Yarmouth. ATMs are available at Great Yarmouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Great Yarmouth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Great Yarmouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Great Yarmouth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Great Yarmouth: 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: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster. Accessible taxis are usually available on the taxi rank at the front of the 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.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains from Great Yarmouth 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.
Getting to Prittlewell from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Prittlewell is 1 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Prittlewell train station facilities and services
Prittlewell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prittlewell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Prittlewell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prittlewell.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prittlewell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prittlewell: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prittlewell: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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.
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