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Richmond (London) to Southend East by train

First train

05:32

Last train

21:35

Departure station

Richmond (London)

Arrival station

Southend East

Journey time

From 1h 55m

Distance

45 miles (72 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

London Overground, c2c

Taking the train from Richmond (London) to Southend East in 1 hour 55 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Richmond (London) to Southend East? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 17 minutes to travel the 45 miles (72 km) from Richmond (London) to Southend East by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 55 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with c2c or London Overground, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Richmond (London) to Southend East in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Southend East by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Richmond (London) to Southend East? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Richmond (London) to Southend East take?

The average journey time by train between Richmond (London) and Southend East is 2 hours and 17 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Richmond (London) and Southend East by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Richmond (London) to Southend East is 1 hour and 55 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Richmond (London) to Southend East?

No, there are no direct train services from Richmond (London) to Southend East. Travelling from Richmond (London) to Southend East by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Richmond (London) to Southend East leave?

The first train from Richmond (London) to Southend East leaves at 05:32. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Richmond (London) to Southend East leave?

The last train from Richmond (London) to Southend East leaves at 21:35. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Richmond (London) and Southend East by train?

Trains travelling from Richmond (London) to Southend East cover a distance of around 45 miles (72 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Richmond (London) to Southend East

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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