Travel from Harpenden to Southend by train in 1 hour 50 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Harpenden to Southend by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Harpenden to Southend by train is 2 hours 6 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 50 minutes. You'll usually find 36 trains per day travelling the 49 miles (79 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Southend. You'll be travelling with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or c2c on your way to Southend, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Harpenden to Southend.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Southend, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Harpenden to Southend
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Harpenden to Southend is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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