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It takes an average of 4h 47m to travel from Darlington to Southend by train, over a distance of around 226 miles (363 km). There are normally 48 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Southend and tickets for this journey start from £65.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:26 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Southend | |
| Journey time | From 3h 59m | |
| Distance | 226 miles (363 km) | |
| Frequency | 48 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £65.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, London Overground, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, c2c |
Taking the train from Darlington to Southend in 3 hours 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Darlington to Southend? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 47 minutes to travel the 226 miles (363 km) from Darlington to Southend by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 48 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink to Southend. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Darlington to Southend in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £65.70. 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 by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Darlington 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. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.