Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Southend East to Heathrow Airport

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

c2c
Avanti West Coast

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Southend East to Heathrow Airport

Trains to Heathrow Airport from Southend East

First train

06:32

Last train

20:29

Departure stationSouthend East
Arrival stationHeathrow Airport
Journey time

From 2h 0m

Distance

51 miles (82 km)

Frequency

40 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

c2c

About the train journey from Southend East to Heathrow Airport

Want to travel from Southend East to Heathrow Airport by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Southend East to Heathrow Airport usually takes 2 hours 10 minutes on average to travel 51 miles (82 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours. You can expect to find 40 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Heathrow Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. All or part of your journey will be served by c2c, as they are the main operator of trains on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Southend East to Heathrow Airport if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Southend East to Heathrow Airport?

Want to know more about your journey from Southend East to Heathrow Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Southend East to Heathrow Airport?

You can get from Southend East to Heathrow Airport by train in 2 hours and 10 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 0 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Southend East to Heathrow Airport take?

The average journey time by train between Southend East and Heathrow Airport is 2 hours and 10 minutes, with around 40 trains 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 Southend East and Heathrow Airport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southend East to Heathrow Airport is 2 hours and 0 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Southend East to Heathrow Airport?

No, there are no direct train services from Southend East to Heathrow Airport. Travelling from Southend East to Heathrow Airport by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Southend East to Heathrow Airport?

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 Heathrow Airport start at § 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 Heathrow Airport 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.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link