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Southend Central to Eastleigh by train

First train

09:05

Last train

17:05

Departure station

Southend Central

Arrival station

Eastleigh

Journey time

From 4h 32m

Distance

97 miles (157 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, c2c, South Western Railway, Southern

Taking the train from Southend Central to Eastleigh in 4 hours 32 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Southend Central to Eastleigh? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 35 minutes to travel the 97 miles (157 km) from Southend Central to Eastleigh by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with South Western Railway, c2c or CrossCountry to Eastleigh. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Southend Central to Eastleigh 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 Eastleigh by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

The average journey time by train between Southend Central and Eastleigh is 4 hours and 35 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 Southend Central and Eastleigh by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southend Central to Eastleigh is 4 hours and 32 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Southend Central to Eastleigh?

No, there are no direct train services from Southend Central to Eastleigh. Travelling from Southend Central to Eastleigh by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

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

The first train from Southend Central to Eastleigh leaves at 09:05. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Southend Central to Eastleigh leaves at 17:05. 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 Central and Eastleigh by train?

Trains travelling from Southend Central to Eastleigh cover a distance of around 97 miles (157 km) during the journey.

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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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