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It takes an average of 3h 2m to travel from Milton Keynes Central to Southend by train, over a distance of around 72 miles (115 km). There are normally 184 trains per day travelling from Milton Keynes Central to Southend and tickets for this journey start from £19.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:15 | |
| Departure station | Milton Keynes Central | |
| Arrival station | Southend | |
| Journey time | From 2h 14m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (115 km) | |
| Frequency | 184 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £19.90 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, c2c |
Taking the train from Milton Keynes Central to Southend in 2 hours 14 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Milton Keynes Central to Southend? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 2 minutes to travel the 72 miles (115 km) from Milton Keynes Central to Southend by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 14 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 184 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 Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway 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 Milton Keynes Central to Southend in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £19.90. 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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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.