Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea train with c2c

Fri 03 Jul
+ Add return
c2c
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
2,000+ travel companies
c2c
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Live departures

Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea train times

The table below shows live departures for Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
c2c10:50 Tilbury Town
0h33
11:23 Southend-on-Sea0 changesdirect
c2c11:20 Tilbury Town
0h34
11:54 Southend-on-Sea0 changesdirect
c2c11:51 Tilbury Town
0h34
12:25 Southend-on-Sea0 changesdirect
c2c12:20 Tilbury Town
0h34
12:54 Southend-on-Sea0 changesdirect
c2c12:50 Tilbury Town
0h34
13:24 Southend-on-Sea0 changesdirect
c2c13:20 Tilbury Town
0h34
13:54 Southend-on-Sea0 changesdirect
c2c13:50 Tilbury Town
0h34
14:24 Southend-on-Sea0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
03 Jul
Sat
04 Jul
Sun
05 Jul
Mon
06 Jul
Tue
07 Jul
Wed
08 Jul
Thu
09 Jul

Why should you book Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea trains with Omio?

c2c operates all trains services from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea.

Why book with Omio vs c2c?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare c2c with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea, including 4 direct trains, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 32m.

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
26 km
Average train duration
34m
Lowest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
32m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:53
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 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

Train companies: c2c from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea trainsc2c trains will get you between Tilbury and Southend-on-Sea from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

c2c

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 Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£10
c2c frequency
25 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

FAQs: Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tilbury 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea is 26 km.
The first train from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea departs at 23:53.
Trains from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea.
Yes, there is a direct train between Tilbury and Southend-on-Sea. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by c2c.
To get from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea.
The train station in Tilbury that goes to Southend-on-Sea is Tilbury Town (TIL), and it arrives at Southend Central (SOC).
Booking trains from Tilbury 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 journey from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea offers pleasant views of the Essex countryside and glimpses of the Thames estuary. However, it is not considered particularly scenic compared to other routes.
For a fulfilling experience in Southend-on-Sea, two to three days are ideal to explore its main attractions, including the longest pleasure pier in the world, Adventure Island amusement park, and the beautiful coastline.
Yes, you can take the train from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Tilbury and Southend-on-Sea

Most Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea trains use the Tilbury Town to Southend Central station pair, with some services arriving at Chalkwell. Use this guide to compare Tilbury and Southend-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Tilbury
Arrival train stations in Southend-on-Sea

Which Tilbury station do trains to Southend-on-Sea leave from?

Trains from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea leave from Tilbury Town. The station is from Tilbury city centre at Tilbury Town station, St Andrews Road, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7BJ.
Tilbury TownTilbury Town station, St Andrews Road, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7BJWifiParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Tilbury Town from Tilbury city centre

Bus200 · 4m · £3 · every ~5 min

Tilbury Town train station facilities and services

Tilbury Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Tilbury Town.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Tilbury Town. 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 Tilbury Town: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Tilbury Town: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Tilbury Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Lifts are available from street level to both platforms, 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.

Tilbury Riverside
City-centre transport

Getting to Tilbury Riverside from Tilbury city centre

Bus99 · 18m · every ~5 min
200 · 29m · every ~5 min

Most popular train connections from Tilbury

More options for your journey from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTrainsTrain Times to Southend-on-Sea Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone