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Compare train for Preston to Southend-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £142 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £142, while a train costs an average of £142.
Distance: 339 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£142 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (3h 31m by train vs 4h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £142 compared to roughly £69 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.
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.
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FAQs: Preston to Southend-on-Sea
Travel 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 Preston to Southend-on-Sea.
- Around 13 flights per day.
- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Preston and Southend-on-Sea as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Preston station (PRE) and arrive in Southend Central (SOC).
- Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper to go to Southend-on-Sea by train.
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