Southend to Yeovil by train
| First train | 04:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:11 | |
| Departure station | Southend | |
| Arrival station | Yeovil | |
| Journey time | From 3h 28m | |
| Distance | 150 miles (242 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, c2c, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia |
Taking the train from Southend to Yeovil in 3 hours 28 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southend to Yeovil? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 17 minutes to travel the 150 miles (242 km) from Southend to Yeovil by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 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 Yeovil. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Southend to Yeovil in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Yeovil by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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