Southend Central to Hemel Hempstead by train
| First train | 19:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:35 | |
| Departure station | Southend Central | |
| Arrival station | Hemel Hempstead | |
| Journey time | From 3h 7m | |
| Distance | 53 miles (86 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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How to travel from Southend Central to Hemel Hempstead by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Southend Central to Hemel Hempstead? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Southend Central and Hemel Hempstead, which usually take 3 hours 7 minutes to complete the 53 miles (86 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Hemel Hempstead by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Both c2c and London Overground trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Southend Central to Hemel Hempstead if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Hemel Hempstead? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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