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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich 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 Norwich to Southend-on-Sea will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 3 trains that leave Norwich for Southend-on-Sea every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.
8:002h58Norwich10:58Southend-on-Sea£221One-way0 changes- 10:002h30Norwich12:30Southend-on-Sea£251One-way0 changes
- 9:002h30Norwich11:30Southend-on-Sea£251One-way0 changes
- 10:002h30Norwich12:30Southend-on-Sea£251One-way0 changes
- 9:002h30Norwich11:30Southend-on-Sea£251One-way0 changes
- 8:002h58Norwich10:58Southend-on-Sea£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Norwich to Southend-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £40.
Distance: 128 km
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Norwich to Southend-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Southend-on-Sea trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P02354 · C04684 · P76718 | 8:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 2h14 | 10:14 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
| P01239 · P66971 · P76730 | 8:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 2h20 | 10:50 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
| P01244 · C04687 · P66766 | 9:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 2h30 | 11:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
| P01248 · C04663 · P76749 | 9:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 2h20 | 11:50 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
| P01252 · P67253 · P01143 | 10:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 2h30 | 12:30 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
| P01257 · P66976 · P76763 | 10:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 2h20 | 12:50 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Southend-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Norwich to Southend-on-Sea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:01 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Norwich to Southend-on-Sea trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Southend-on-Sea from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Norwich to Southend-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich to Southend-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 Southend-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Southend-on-Sea
Most Norwich to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Norwich to Southend Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Prittlewell. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Norwich station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Norwich train station facilities and services
Norwich 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, 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 Norwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: 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 ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains from Norwich arrive at?
Getting to Southend Victoria from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend Victoria train station facilities and services
Southend Victoria 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southend Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Victoria. ATMs are available at Southend Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southend Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: 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 Southend Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend Victoria: 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.
Getting to Prittlewell from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Prittlewell is 1 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Prittlewell train station facilities and services
Prittlewell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prittlewell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Prittlewell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prittlewell.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prittlewell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prittlewell: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prittlewell: 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.
Getting to Southend Central from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Southend Central train station facilities and services
Southend Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southend Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southend Central. ATMs are available at Southend Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southend Central. 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 Southend Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southend Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southend Central: 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.
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