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Outbound fromLondon Liverpool Street to Southend by train
It takes an average of 1h 7m to travel from London Liverpool Street to Southend by train, over a distance of around 34 miles (55 km). There are normally 168 trains per day travelling from London Liverpool Street to Southend and tickets for this journey start from £9 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:55 | |
| Departure station | London Liverpool Street | |
| Arrival station | Southend | |
| Journey time | From 56m | |
| Distance | 34 miles (55 km) | |
| Frequency | 168 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £9 | |
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Taking the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend in 56m
If you want to know more about the journey from London Liverpool Street to Southend by train, look no further!
On average, it takes around 1h 8m to travel from London Liverpool Street to Southend by train, and you'll usually find 114 trains running along the route daily for 34 miles (55 km). Good news! There are direct trains available on this route, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train and just enjoy the journey. This route is served by c2c and Greater Anglia. The fastest journey time from London Liverpool Street to Southend is 56m on the fastest services. Both operators offer free WiFi on board so you can stay connected during your journey.
To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
If you want to know more about the journey from London Liverpool Street to Southend by train, keep reading for timetable, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
FAQs about the train journey from London Liverpool Street to Southend
Want to know more about your journey from London Liverpool Street to Southend? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London Liverpool Street to Southend
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 London Liverpool Street 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
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.