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Compare train and coach for Southend-on-Sea to Grays
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southend-on-Sea to Grays among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Grays take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 27m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (37m by train vs 42m by car). Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with c2c.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Southend-on-Sea to Grays by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southend-on-Sea to Grays
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Trains from Southend-on-Sea to Grays run on average 9 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 34m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: c2c from Southend-on-Sea to Grays trainsc2c trains will get you between Southend-on-Sea and Grays from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southend-on-Sea to Grays train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southend-on-Sea to Grays 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 Grays, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southend-on-Sea and Grays
Most Southend-on-Sea to Grays trains use the Southend Central to Grays station pair. Use this guide to compare Southend-on-Sea and Grays train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains to Grays leave from?
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.
Which Grays station do trains from Southend-on-Sea arrive at?
Getting to Grays from Grays city centre
Grays train station facilities and services
Grays has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grays.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grays. 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 Grays: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grays: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grays: 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 from Station Approach to platform 1 and Crown Road to platforms 2/3, 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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