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The cheapest and fastest trains from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
49 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harlow 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 Harlow to Southend-on-Sea will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Harlow for Southend-on-Sea every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
14:051h45
Harlow15:50Southend-on-Sea
£371One-way
0 changes
05:131h35
Harlow06:48Southend-on-Sea
£481One-way
0 changes
07:391h51
Harlow09:30Southend-on-Sea
£491One-way
0 changes
05:331h39
Harlow07:12Southend-on-Sea
£491One-way
0 changes
05:131h35
Harlow06:48Southend-on-Sea
£481One-way
0 changes
05:331h39
Harlow07:12Southend-on-Sea
£491One-way
0 changes
14:051h45
Harlow15:50Southend-on-Sea
£371One-way
0 changes
07:391h51
Harlow09:30Southend-on-Sea
£491One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Harlow to Southend-on-Sea train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:47
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:39 Harlow | 1h51 | 09:30 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 05:13 Harlow | 1h35 | 06:48 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:33 Harlow | 1h39 | 07:12 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
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 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:01 |
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: Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c, Stansted Express from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, c2c, Stansted Express trains will get you between Harlow and Southend-on-Sea from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
£37
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
c2c
About
c2c is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Fenchurch Street to destinations in East London and Essex, including Southend, Basildon, and Grays. c2c offers a range of train types, including the Class 357 Electrostar, Class 312 Electrostar, and Class 315 Electrostar. These trains are modern and comfortable, with air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. c2c also offers a range of ticket types, including Anytime, Off-Peak, and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, toilets, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for c2c are London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central, London Fenchurch Street to Basildon, and London Fenchurch Street to Grays.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
£36
c2c frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar/bistro service available on most trains offering snacks, drinks, and light meals
Seat reservation
Seat reservations mandatory and included in ticket price for high-speed trains, optional for regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
Stansted Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£43
Stansted Express frequency
19 a day
FAQs: Harlow to Southend-on-Sea train
FAQs: Travel by train from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea.
Booking trains from Harlow 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 distance from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea is 49 km.
To get from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 1h 35m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea departs at 23:01.
The cheapest way to get from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea is by train, costing approximately £36.
Trains from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea.
There is no night train service from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea.
The train station in Harlow that goes to Southend-on-Sea is Harlow Town (HWN), and it arrives at Southend Victoria (SOV).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harlow and Southend-on-Sea
Harlow
Southend-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Harlow is Harlow Mill. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harlow Mill for your trip from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle spaces on station frontage
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Harlow Mill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on A1184 Cambridge Road
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
Accessibility
WC
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
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: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: Accessible (radar key) toilet on concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room can be found on the bridge.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within building and forecourt
- 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 Harlow Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Southend-on-Sea is Chalkwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chalkwell for your journey to Southend-on-Sea from Harlow.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 06:40 - 16:15 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free access is not available to either platform at this station
- Accessible public telephones: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1&2. Access to the National key toilets must be requested at the Ticket Office window.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Ladies toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside station 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 Chalkwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement buses will call at the station entrance at stop A and B.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed No train service on Sundays
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Prittlewell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of East Street and Station Approach
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCLost 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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost 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
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