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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Westcliff-on-Sea
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Oct
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£14
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£14
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
51 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
57 m
Trains on 14 Oct
6
Distance
57 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Westcliff-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Westcliff-on-Sea will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Fast trains
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 6 trains from London to Westcliff-on-Sea, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
F5990818:191h00London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:19Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes- F5991018:020h59London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:01Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
- F7680118:221h22London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:44Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
- F5997518:170h51London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:08Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
- F5996918:300h55London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:25Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
- F5997518:170h51London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:08Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
- F5996918:300h55London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:25Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
- F5968418:340h58London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:32Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
- F5991018:020h59London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:01Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
- F5990818:191h00London Fenchurch Street (FST)19:19Westcliff (WCF)£141One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Westcliff-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Westcliff-on-Sea run on average 10 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 48m.
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 57 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 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
Live departures
London to Westcliff-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Westcliff-on-Sea trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F59910 | 18:02 London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h59 | 19:01 Westcliff (WCF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| F59975 | 18:17 London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h51 | 19:08 Westcliff (WCF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| F59908 | 18:19 London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 1h00 | 19:19 Westcliff (WCF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| F76801 | 18:22 London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 1h22 | 19:44 Westcliff (WCF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| F59969 | 18:30 London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h55 | 19:25 Westcliff (WCF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| F59684 | 18:34 London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h58 | 19:32 Westcliff (WCF) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 c2c Duration
48m
Cheapest c2c Price
£12
c2c frequency
6 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
Complete guide to Westcliff-on-Sea
Things to do in Westcliff-on-Sea
Discover the best of Westcliff-on-Sea — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Westcliff-on-Sea trip today.
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Prittlewell Priory
Working historic house with recreated Victorian rooms and displays about local domestic life. It offers a more intimate heritage visit than larger museums.
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Beecroft Art Gallery
Independent gallery showing changing exhibitions by regional artists in a central seafront setting. A good stop for contemporary local art.
- Must visit
Old Leigh
Historic fishing quarter nearby with cobbled lanes, old cottages, galleries and estuary views. It rewards a slower wander beyond central Southend.
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Western Esplanade
Long promenade path above the shore with sea views, gardens and access to theatres, beaches and lifts. Ideal for an easy coastal walk.
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Chalkwell Cliffs
Cliff-top gardens with lawns, flowerbeds and broad estuary views. A relaxing green space for short walks, picnics and sunset watching.
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Essex Oysters
Fresh oysters from the Essex coast, long prized locally for their clean, briny flavour and close ties to nearby estuaries and fishing traditions.
- Gluten-free
Jellied Eels
Jellied eels are a classic Thames Estuary speciality, served cold in savoury stock and linked to historic working-class seafood eating in Essex and London.
Fish and Chips
Southend-style fish and chips showcases fresh battered fish with chips by the seafront, a staple local treat for day-trippers and residents alike.
Akdeniz Turkish Restaurant
Well-known local Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and warm hospitality in a lively, casual dining room.
Il Pescatore
Stylish seafront restaurant known for seafood and modern British cooking, with polished service and sea views.
Tara Indian Cuisine
Established Indian restaurant offering classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart but approachable neighbourhood setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK seaside town: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than central London, while local rail fares and seafront costs can still add up in peak season.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 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
Restaurants may add a service charge; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.30
- Day pass
- £10.00
To the city centre
Westcliff -> Southend Central, Southend-on-Sea
- Distance
- 1.4 km
- Travel time
- 3 min
- For the quickest trip into central Southend, use c2c from Westcliff to Southend Central. Adult single fares between the two stations are shown as £2.30.
- Bus single and day tickets are sold by operators, and contactless payment is commonly available on local buses where supported by the operator. Check the operator app before travel.
FAQs: London to Westcliff-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Westcliff-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 Westcliff-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Westcliff-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from London to Westcliff-on-Sea covers a distance of 57 km and takes approximately 48m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from London to Westcliff-on-Sea is 57 km.
The first train from London to Westcliff-on-Sea leaves at 0:02.
The last train from London to Westcliff-on-Sea departs at 23:58.
Trains from London to Westcliff-on-Sea run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Westcliff-on-Sea.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Westcliff-on-Sea. The service operates 9 times per day, provided by c2c.
There is no night train service from London to Westcliff-on-Sea.
The train station in London that goes to Westcliff-on-Sea is London Fenchurch Street (FST), and it arrives at Westcliff (WCF).
Booking trains from London to Westcliff-on-Sea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Westcliff-on-Sea offers scenic views as it passes through charming countryside landscapes and picturesque Essex towns, with glimpses of the coastline as you approach your destination.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Westcliff-on-Sea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Westcliff-on-Sea
Most London to Westcliff-on-Sea trains use the London Fenchurch Street to Westcliff station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Westcliff-on-Sea 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 Westcliff-on-Sea
Which London station do trains to Westcliff-on-Sea leave from?
Trains from London to Westcliff-on-Sea leave from London Fenchurch Street. The station is 3 km from London city centre at London Fenchurch Street station, Fenchurch Place, London, EC3M 4AJ.
London Fenchurch StreetLondon Fenchurch Street station, Fenchurch Place, London, EC3M 4AJ
City-centre transport
Getting to London Fenchurch Street from London city centre
London Fenchurch Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus736, 735 · 15m
N15 · 20m · £15 · every ~8 min
N26, N550, N551 · 21m · £4 · every ~8 min
N253 · 1h 3m · £2 · every ~3 min
SubwayCircle, District · 15m · £3 · every ~108 min
London Fenchurch Street train station facilities and services
London Fenchurch Street 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 Fenchurch Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Fenchurch Street. ATMs are available at London Fenchurch Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Fenchurch Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, 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 Fenchurch Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Fenchurch Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: The main entrance is the only entrance that has step free access. There is a lift to take you from the entrance to the station concourse and platform levels. Please note there is no step free access from the Coopers Road entrance to the station, Accessible public telephones: Located on main concourse, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank outside the main station entrance on Fenchurch Street, 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: Wheelchairs are always available from Main station reception or from any member of station staff, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West HamWest Ham station, Manor Road, West Ham, Greater London, E15 3BN
City-centre transport
Getting to West Ham from London city centre
West Ham is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria, London Liverpool Street - Norwich, London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea, London Liverpool Street - Braintree, London Liverpool Street - Ipswich, London Liverpool Street - Wickford, London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town, London Liverpool Street - Stowmarket, London Liverpool Street - Witham, London Liverpool Street - Colchester, London Liverpool Street - Southminster, London Liverpool Street - Harwich International, London Liverpool Street - Harwich Town, London Liverpool Street - Hertford East, London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North, London Liverpool Street - Hockley, London Liverpool Street - Bishops Stortford · 11m · £4 · every ~17 min
SubwayDistrict · 23m · £8 · every ~66 min
West Ham train station facilities and services
West Ham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Ham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at West Ham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Ham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at West Ham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Ham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access via lifts to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Which Westcliff-on-Sea station do trains from London arrive at?
Trains from London to Westcliff-on-Sea most often arrive at Westcliff. Some services arrive at Southend Central, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Westcliff-on-Sea arrival station.
WestcliffWestcliff station, Station Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 7SB+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Westcliff from Westcliff-on-Sea city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesExit the station via platform 1: - If travelling towards London, cross Station Road and wait by bus stop - If travelling towards Southend, wait by bus stop outside platform 1 entrance
Westcliff train station facilities and services
Westcliff has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Westcliff.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Westcliff.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Westcliff. 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 Westcliff: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Westcliff: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Westcliff: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There are no lifts at the station, but step free access is available to both platforms from street level, 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.
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