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It takes an average of 3h 40m to travel from Southampton to Southend Central by train, over a distance of around 101 miles (163 km). There are normally 65 trains per day travelling from Southampton to Southend Central and tickets for this journey start from £54.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:12 | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | Southend Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 44m | |
| Distance | 101 miles (163 km) | |
| Frequency | 65 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £54.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, c2c |
Taking the train from Southampton to Southend Central in 2 hours 44 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southampton to Southend Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 40 minutes to travel the 101 miles (163 km) from Southampton to Southend Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 65 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 Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway to Southend Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Southampton to Southend Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £54.30. 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 Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southampton to Southend Central?
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.