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Rayleigh Windmill Museum
Small local museum inside a working historic windmill. Displays explore Rayleigh’s past, milling heritage, and community life near Hockley.
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Overview: Train from London to Hockley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Hockley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 44m.
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 55 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your London to Hockley trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Hockley.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Hockley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from London to Hockley covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 44m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from London to Hockley is 55 km.
The first train from London to Hockley leaves at 0:15.
The last train from London to Hockley departs at 23:56.
Trains from London to Hockley run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Hockley. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Greater Anglia.
Why should you book London to Hockley trains with Omio?
Greater Anglia operates all trains services from London to Hockley.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Hockley.
Train companies: Greater Anglia from London to Hockley trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between London and Hockley from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Greater Anglia Duration
44m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£15
Greater Anglia frequency
6 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London and Hockley
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Hockley.
There is no night train service from London to Hockley.
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Things to do in Hockley
Discover the best of Hockley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hockley trip today.
- Recommended
Southend Central Museum and Planetarium
Compact museum in nearby Southend tracing the city’s social history, archaeology, and seaside development through accessible exhibits.
- Recommended
Beecroft Art Gallery
Public gallery presenting changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art. A strong nearby option for art lovers visiting from Hockley.
- Must visit
Hockley Woods
Ancient woodland and heathland beside Hockley. Popular for peaceful walks, wildlife, and seasonal colour on well-used local trails.
- Recommended
Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park
A local nature reserve with meadows, ponds, and wood pasture. It is ideal for a quieter walk and birdwatching close to the village centre.
- Recommended
Promenade Park
Waterside park on the Crouch estuary with broad views, marshland scenery, and easy walking routes. A good choice for a short scenic trip.
Pie and mash
Pie and mash is a classic East End meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long linked to working-class London food culture.
- Gluten-free
Jellied eels
Jellied eels are chopped eels set in a savoury jelly from fish stock. They are an old Thames estuary speciality tied to London and Essex traditions.
Full English breakfast
A full English breakfast typically includes sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. It remains a much-loved everyday British meal.
Ephesus Restaurant
Casual local restaurant known for Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, grilled meats and generous portions in a friendly modern setting.
Taste of Raj
Popular neighbourhood Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and familiar British-Indian favourites in a comfortable setting.
The Bull Inn
Well-known pub and dining spot serving British pub classics, Sunday roasts and drinks in a relaxed historic village atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England. Dining and cafés are fairly priced, but accommodation and rail travel to nearby cities can raise visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Travel Southend
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £4.00
- Day pass
- £8.00
To the city centre
Hockley Station -> Southend-on-Sea City Centre
- Distance
- 13 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- National Rail says Hockley supports contactless pay as you go for rail travel, so touch in and out with the same card or device.
- Local buses serving Hockley connect to Southend-on-Sea; check operator-specific ticket validity before buying a day ticket.
Plan your visit to Hockley
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Hockley.
The train journey from London to Hockley offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. As you leave London, the landscape transitions from the bustling cityscape to the more tranquil vistas of the Essex countryside, featuring fields and woodlands, providing a pleasant and varied visual experience.
FAQs: London to Hockley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hockley 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 Hockley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from London to Hockley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Hockley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Hockley
Most London to Hockley trains use the London Liverpool Street to Hockley station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Hockley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Hockley
Which London station do trains to Hockley leave from?
Trains from London to Hockley leave from London Liverpool Street. The station is 3 km from London city centre at London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY.
London Liverpool StreetLondon Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY+44 345 711 4141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth · 11m · £2 · every ~30 min
BusN26, N550, N551 · 22m · £4 · every ~8 min
A8 · 23m · £1 · every ~11 min
76 · 26m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayCentral · 8m · £3 · every ~94 min
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,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 London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), 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: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £1 · every ~86 min
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688
City-centre transport
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
Bus91, N91 · 23m · £10 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · £2 · every ~91 min
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Which Hockley station do trains from London arrive at?
Trains from London to Hockley arrive at Hockley. Hockley is from Hockley city centre.
HockleyHockley station, Station Approach, Hockley, Essex, SS5 4BG
City-centre transport
Getting to Hockley from Hockley city centre
TrainBirmingham New Street - London Euston, Walsall - London Euston · 2h 56m · £72
BusUk030, Ukn30 · 5h 43m · £44 · every ~3 min
777 · 7h 9m · £43 · every ~2 min
Hockley train station facilities and services
Hockley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hockley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hockley. ATMs are available at Hockley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hockley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hockley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hockley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hockley: 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for London to Hockley
Check train stations information for London and Hockley, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in London that goes to Hockley is London Liverpool Street, and it arrives at Hockley.
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