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Southend Airport to Eastleigh by train

First train

05:47

Last train

10:35

Departure station

Southend Airport

Arrival station

Eastleigh

Journey time

From 3h 3m

Distance

98 miles (158 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia

Travelling from Southend Airport to Eastleigh by train

Looking to travel from Southend Airport to Eastleigh by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 12 minutes to travel from Southend Airport to Eastleigh by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 3 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 98 miles (158 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Eastleigh, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway to get to Eastleigh. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Southend Airport to Eastleigh in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Southend Airport to Eastleigh? 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 Southend Airport to Eastleigh take?

The average journey time by train between Southend Airport and Eastleigh is 3 hours and 12 minutes, with around 2 trains 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 Southend Airport and Eastleigh by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southend Airport to Eastleigh is 3 hours and 3 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Southend Airport to Eastleigh?

No, there are no direct train services from Southend Airport to Eastleigh. Travelling from Southend Airport to Eastleigh by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Southend Airport to Eastleigh leave?

The first train from Southend Airport to Eastleigh leaves at 05:47. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Southend Airport to Eastleigh leave?

The last train from Southend Airport to Eastleigh leaves at 10:35. 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 Southend Airport and Eastleigh by train?

Trains travelling from Southend Airport to Eastleigh cover a distance of around 98 miles (158 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Eastleigh to Southend Airport.

Cheap train tickets from Southend Airport to Eastleigh

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† 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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