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Trains from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle

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Trains to Elephant & Castle from Shoeburyness

First train

03:25

Last train

22:27

Departure stationShoeburyness
Arrival stationElephant & Castle
Journey time

From 1h 37m

Distance

39 miles (62 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, Southeastern, Thameslink, c2c

What are the train times from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle?

Check out the next trains departing from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
12:5714:401h 43m, 2 changes
13:1114:491h 38m, 2 changes
13:2715:101h 43m, 2 changes
13:4115:191h 38m, 2 changes
13:5715:401h 43m, 2 changes
14:1115:491h 38m, 2 changes
14:2716:101h 43m, 2 changes
14:4116:191h 38m, 2 changes
14:5716:401h 43m, 2 changes
15:1116:501h 39m, 2 changes

What are the train times from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle?

Get from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle in as little as 1 hour 37 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle takes around 2 hours 2 minutes. There are around 1 train that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Shoeburyness and Elephant & Castle, you'll need to make 2 changes.

Trains on this route are operated by Southeastern, Thameslink, c2c and London Overground.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle?

Want to know more about your journey from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle?

You can get from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle by train in 2 hours and 2 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 37 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle take?

The average journey time by train between Shoeburyness and Elephant & Castle is 2 hours and 2 minutes, with around 1 train per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Shoeburyness and Elephant & Castle by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle is 1 hour and 37 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle?

No, there are no direct train services from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle. Travelling from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle?

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Shoeburyness to Elephant & Castle is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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