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Trains from Axminster to Southend

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Trains to Southend from Axminster

First train

05:53

Last train

00:40

Departure stationAxminster
Arrival stationSouthend
Journey time

From 4h 19m

Distance

169 miles (273 km)

Frequency

17 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, c2c

What are the train times from Axminster to Southend?

Check out the next trains departing from Axminster to Southend for Tuesday 13th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
08:4513:324h 47m, 2 changes
10:4515:334h 48m, 2 changes
12:4517:284h 43m, 2 changes
14:4519:274h 42m, 2 changes
16:4521:334h 48m, 2 changes
18:0822:444h 36m, 2 changes
18:5723:534h 56m, 2 changes
20:4906:009h 11m, 2 changes
22:5608:269h 30m, 3 changes
23:1807:268h 8m, 4 changes

Trains to Southend from Axminster

Want to travel from Axminster to Southend by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 6 hours 57 minutes to travel from Axminster to Southend by train. You'll find on average 17 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Southend by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway and c2c.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Axminster to Southend?

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

How do you get to Southend from Axminster?

To travel to Southend from Axminster, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 6 hours and 57 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 19 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Axminster to Southend?

Trains from Axminster to Southend take an average of 6 hours and 57 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 19 minutes. You'll usually find 17 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Axminster and Southend by train?

The quickest journey time between Axminster and Southend by train is 4 hours and 19 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Axminster to Southend?

No, there are no direct trains running from Axminster to Southend, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Axminster to Southend?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

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2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Axminster to Southend is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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