Trains from West Ham to Southend
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Taking the train from West Ham to Southend in 41 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from West Ham to Southend? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 58 minutes to travel the 30 miles (49 km) from West Ham to Southend by train, although you can get there in as little as 41 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 421 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with c2c for all or at least part of your journey to Southend.
Book train tickets from West Ham to Southend 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 Southend by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from West Ham to Southend? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from West Ham to Southend take?
The average journey time by train between West Ham and Southend is 58 minutes, with around 421 trains per day. 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 West Ham and Southend by train?
The fastest journey time by train from West Ham to Southend is 41 minutes.
Is there a direct train from West Ham to Southend?
Yes, it is possible to travel from West Ham to Southend without having to change trains. There are 421 direct trains from West Ham to Southend each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
What time does the first train from West Ham to Southend leave?
The first train from West Ham to Southend leaves at 04:05. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from West Ham to Southend leave?
The last train from West Ham to Southend leaves at 00:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between West Ham and Southend by train?
Trains travelling from West Ham to Southend cover a distance of around 30 miles (49 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Southend to West Ham.
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