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Trains to Benfleet from Southend East
It takes an average of 15m to travel from Southend East to Benfleet by train, over a distance of around 7 miles (12 km). There are normally 101 trains per day travelling from Southend East to Benfleet and tickets for this journey start from £2.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:39 | |
| Departure station | Southend East | |
| Arrival station | Benfleet | |
| Journey time | From 14m | |
| Distance | 7 miles (12 km) | |
| Frequency | 101 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £2.20 | |
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Trains to Benfleet from Southend East
Want to travel from Southend East to Benfleet by train? Start your journey with us.
It takes an average of 15 minutes to travel from Southend East to Benfleet by train. You'll find on average 101 trains per day running on this route.
Trains are direct, so once you’re on board you can sit back and relax.
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The journey from Southend East to Benfleet starts at £2.20. Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southend East to Benfleet?
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
Train tickets from Southend East to Benfleet start at £2.20§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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 Southend East to Benfleet 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.