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It takes an average of 5h 52m to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Southend by train, over a distance of around 182 miles (293 km). There are normally 236 trains per day travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Southend and tickets for this journey start from £66.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:20 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Southend | |
| Journey time | From 3h 50m | |
| Distance | 182 miles (293 km) | |
| Frequency | 236 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £66.70 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, London Overground, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, c2c |
Travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Southend by train in 3 hours 50 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Southend by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Manchester Piccadilly to Southend by train is 5 hours 52 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 50 minutes. You'll usually find 236 trains per day travelling the 182 miles (293 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Southend. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway on your way to Southend, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Southend start from £66.70 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
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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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.