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Outbound fromLondon to Southend Airport by train
It takes an average of 56m to travel from London to Southend Airport by train, over a distance of around 36 miles (58 km). There are normally 81 trains per day travelling from London to Southend Airport and tickets for this journey start from £17.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:52 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Southend Airport | |
| Journey time | From 49m | |
| Distance | 36 miles (58 km) | |
| Frequency | 81 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £17.60 | |
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Taking the train from London To Southend Airport
Flying out of Southend Airport soon and want to travel there from London by train? You're in luck. The train from London to Southend Airport takes just 48m on the fastest services.
London Southend is one of Britain’s main airports, located 42 miles east of London in Essex. Greater Anglia trains run direct from Southend Airport to London Liverpool Street, stopping in Stratford station on the way. You can usually find around 110 trains per day travelling from London to Southend Airport, and you can find out more in our guide to trains to London Southend Airport.
Ready to book? Start a search for trains in our Journey Planner at the top of the page, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Southend Airport
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 London to Southend Airport 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.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.