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Compare train and coach for Rochford to Southend-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 5 km
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Rochford to Southend-on-Sea train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:01 Rochford | 0h09 | 07:10 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:04 Rochford | 0h12 | 12:16 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea
Trains from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 01:10 |
Last train 23:53 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Rochford and Southend-on-Sea from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio 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 Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
£5
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
50 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
FAQs: Rochford to Southend-on-Sea train
FAQs: Travel by train from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea.

Yes, there is a direct train between Rochford and Southend-on-Sea. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Abellio Greater Anglia.
Booking trains from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea is 5 km.
To get from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 9m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea is by coach, costing approximately £3.
The train station in Rochford that goes to Southend-on-Sea is Rochford station (RFD), and it arrives at Southend Victoria (SOV).
The first train from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 1:10.
The last train from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea departs at 23:53.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea.
Trains from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rochford and Southend-on-Sea
Rochford
Southend-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Rochford is Rochford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rochford for your trip from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:20 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Antica Roma Ltd
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on platform 1. Toilets are available when the station is staffed
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Rochford
- Onward travel information: Local Buses from bus stops, 5 minutes walk
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stopoutside station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Southend-on-Sea is Chalkwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chalkwell for your journey to Southend-on-Sea from Rochford.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 06:40 - 16:15 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free access is not available to either platform at this station
- Accessible public telephones: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1&2. Access to the National key toilets must be requested at the Ticket Office window.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Ladies toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Chalkwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement buses will call at the station entrance at stop A and B.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed No train service on Sundays
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Prittlewell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of East Street and Station Approach
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Saturday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Sunday 07:00 - 10:4516:00 - 19:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located near Platform 1. The National key toilets are located near Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only all toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Beside station building in secure compound
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Southend Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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