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Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome
Working First World War aerodrome museum with original buildings, aircraft displays and exhibitions on early military aviation nearby.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to South Woodham Ferrers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to South Woodham Ferrers will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 25 trains from London to South Woodham Ferrers, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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.

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Trains from London to South Woodham Ferrers run on average 10 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 43m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 23:14 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
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The table below shows live departures for London to South Woodham Ferrers trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:23 London | 0h50 | 18:13 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:23 London | 0h50 | 19:13 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:23 London | 0h50 | 20:13 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:23 London | 0h50 | 21:13 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:23 London | 0h50 | 22:13 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 0:50 London | 4h34 | 5:24 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:00 London | 0h56 | 6:56 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:50 London | 0h53 | 7:43 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:33 London | 0h51 | 8:24 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:12 London | 0h51 | 9:03 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:53 London | 0h50 | 9:43 South Woodham Ferrers | 1 change | |
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Working First World War aerodrome museum with original buildings, aircraft displays and exhibitions on early military aviation nearby.
Local museum in nearby Maldon covering the town, the River Blackwater and social history through varied displays and archives.
Art space and museum in Chelmsford with changing contemporary exhibitions and displays linked to Essex Regiment history.
Large country park with woodland, meadows and broad estuary views, ideal for walking, birdwatching and escaping the town centre.
Waterside leisure area with marina views, walks, boats and open space; a favourite local spot for a relaxed riverside visit.
Popular riverside path along the Crouch with open marsh scenery, wildlife and gentle walking close to the town.
Native Colchester oysters from nearby Essex are prized for their clean, briny flavour and long local harvesting tradition along the Blackwater estuary.
Smoked fish from the Essex coast, often herring or mackerel, reflects the county’s maritime food heritage and is widely eaten locally.
A traditional British breakfast common in Essex cafés, with bacon, sausages, eggs, beans, tomatoes and toast; a familiar local staple.
Casual Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and familiar house specials in a relaxed local setting.
Reliable Chinese takeaway and restaurant option known locally for classic Cantonese-style favourites and generous portions.
Traditional pub atmosphere with a broad menu of British mains, grilled dishes and drinks suited to an easy evening meal.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local travel are manageable, but accommodation nearby can be pricier than in smaller inland towns.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up. Cafés and pubs: optional, usually small change or no tip.
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South Woodham Ferrers station -> Chelmsford city centre
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Most London to South Woodham Ferrers trains use the London Liverpool Street to South Woodham Ferrers station pair. Use this guide to compare London and South Woodham Ferrers train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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 Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
South Woodham Ferrers has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at South Woodham Ferrers.
Wi-Fi is available at South Woodham Ferrers.
Ticket office support is available at South Woodham Ferrers.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Woodham Ferrers: Parking.
Available at South Woodham Ferrers: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Woodham Ferrers: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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