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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£202
Average price
£202
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea will cost around £202 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £202.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent for Southend-on-Sea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 256 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.
8:103h20Stoke-on-Trent11:30Southend-on-Sea£2021One-way0 changes
- 8:103h20Stoke-on-Trent11:30Southend-on-Sea£2021One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £86, and a flight costs an average of £85.
Distance: 256 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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£171 Average Price Cheapest | £188 Average Price |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £85 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 20:11 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Southend-on-Sea from £85. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Southend-on-Sea
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Southend Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Southend Central. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: Yes.
Which Southend-on-Sea station do trains from Stoke-on-Trent 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 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.
Getting to Thorpe Bay from Southend-on-Sea city centre
Thorpe Bay is 3 km from Southend-on-Sea city centre. Public transport options include:
Thorpe Bay train station facilities and services
Thorpe Bay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thorpe Bay.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thorpe Bay.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thorpe Bay. 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 Thorpe Bay: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thorpe Bay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thorpe Bay: 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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