London to Southend-on-Sea train with c2c

Trains from London to Southend on Sea

If you're travelling from London to Southend on Sea, you'll be glad to know this is a popular route among visitors and locals and with a wide range of train options per day. You'll find trains starting around 00:15 each morning and numerous trains per hour between approximately 05:00 every morning until mid-afternoon every day. You'll have the choice of a couple of routes operated by a couple of different train companies throughout the day. C2C offers the most frequent trains between these destinations, while Greater Anglia offers a couple less every day. Thanks to the short distance covered between London and Southend on Sea, you'll only have direct trains between these destinations.

London to Southend on Sea Train Time: Daily Departures

Thanks to the popularity of travel from London to Southend on Sea, you'll find numerous trains operating between these destinations every day. Greater Anglia operates around 24 trains daily between London Liverpool Street and Southend Victoria. Trains start around 00:15 each morning and run throughout the day until the last train leaves the station around 12:55 every afternoon. C2C operate the more frequent options, usually around 37 trains a day. All C2C trains travel between London Fenchurch Street and Southen Central railway stations. The first trip is usually around 00:35 every morning, and there are a variety of trains each hour between then and the last train at around 13:10 every afternoon.

How long is the journey by train from London to Southend on Sea?

Travel time from London to Southend on Sea by train is usually very similar. There will be slight differences depending on the route you take and the speed of the train you're on. The distance between the two destinations is around 36 miles (58 km), and the average time it takes to get between the two is around 55min. C2C usually operates the quickest route, running from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central. One of the slowest routes is usually the same route operated by a slower train operated by C2C. If you're travelling on a Greater Anglia train, expect to depart from London Liverpool Street and arrive at Southend Victoria railway station. The travel time for these trips is usually around 1h.

Trains from London to Southen on Sea: friends by the Thames in London. Source: Shutterstock

What is/are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Southend on Sea?

Departure train station:When taking a train from London to Southend on Sea, you'll have the choice of two different departure stations in London. London Liverpool Street Station and Fenchurch Street Station are both within walking distance from the city centre and are both railway terminus' located in the city centre. Each station is a major station serving the city of London and offering trains to various cities throughout Europe. Both stations offer various facilities and amenities designed to provide comfortable travel. These facilities include cash machines and currency exchange services, toilets and baby changing facilities, accessible toilets, accessible features, restaurants and refreshments, shopping opportunities, waiting areas, and much more.

Arrival train station:If you're taking a train from London to Southend on Sea, you'll have the choice of two different arrival stations. Both Southend Central and Southend Victoria are major train stations serving the resort town of Southend on Sea and are within walking distance from the centre of the town. These stations are about a 2min drive from each other. Each station offers a variety of services and amenities. Both Central and Victoria have cash machines, payphones, free WiFi, shopping facilities, refreshment facilities, accessible and standard toilets, baby-changing facilities, waiting rooms, and an information centre.

Which train companies travel from London to Southend on Sea?

Two train companies offer routes from London to Southend on Sea. If you're taking a C2C train, which provides the most frequent options, you'll be travelling on a direct train heading from London Fenchurch Street railway station and will arrive at Southend Central railway station. If you're taking a Greater Anglia train, your departure station will be London Liverpool Street, and your train will arrive at Southend Victoria. These trips are also direct routes without a changeover en route and have an average travel time of around 55 min.

Night trains London

Unfortunately, there aren't any night trains currently operating between these two destinations. The last train typically leaves around 13:00 each afternoon, and the trip only takes around 1h.

C2C trains from London to Southend on Sea

C2C is the main train operator providing train services throughout England. C2C offers the more frequent trains between London and Southend on Sea. These trains are direct routes between the two destinations and travel from London Fenchurch Street railway station to Southend Central Station. You'll find around 37 trains operating every day.

Greater Anglia trains from London to Southend on Sea

Greater Anglia operates the less frequent routes, roughly 24 trains a day, and all of these direct routes travel between London Liverpool Street railway station and Southen Victoria railway station. All of these routes are direct routes.

Travelling by train: Sustainable journey

Travelling by train is the most sustainable way to travel, unless you're planning on walking or taking a bicycle between destinations. Train travel often means close to a 70% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to cars or planes, and they only make up around 3% of the global transport emissions. Trains also offer more efficient use of space, transporting more people on a single trip. They also create less noise pollution.

Train London to Southend on Sea: Services on Board

If you're travelling on C2C, you'll only be able to choose a standard-class ticket. However, Greater Anglia offers first-class tickets with better seating, access to food and beverages, as well as a table and charging points for your devices. When it comes to luggage, you'll be able to bring no more than two stowaway bags and a piece of hand luggage like a laptop bag or handbag. If you're hoping to take your bicycle with it, you'll need to call ahead to make sure there is space available, especially if you have a non-foldable bike. Most trains will allow pet travel free of charge, but you'll be limited to two pets, and they must be in a suitable carrier for the duration of the trip. If you have a disability, you can contact the train company ahead of time and arrange assistance when you arrive.

How to find cheap train tickets from London to Southend on Sea?

There are a variety of ways to ensure you pick up the best tickets available for these routes. Check out the Omio Magazine that offers travellers a few tips on how best to travel. Search for your tickets on Omio and filter according to price to get the best deal. If you're able to, booking tickets months in advance means avoiding the increased prices when you're close to the departure date. Search with flexible dates and pick up on different deals on different days. If you're a student or senior citizen, you may qualify for a discount.

Trains from London to Southend-on-Sea: city shore of Southend-on-Sea. Source: Shutterstock

To Southend on Sea by train—travel tips

Southend-on-Sea stands as a quaint resort town situated on the Thames Estuary in Essex. Southend-on-Sea offers guests an incredible mix of family-friendly restaurants, fine dining, a plethora of seafood on offer, and of course, access to one of the many beaches in the area. The city is also home to several historical sights and other things worth checking out. Don't miss out on a few of these things during your visit.

• Shoebury East Beach
• Southend Pier
• Priory Park
• Southend Cliff Railway
• Chalkwell Beach
• Adventure Island
• Hadleigh Castle
• Cliffs Pavilion