Is there a direct train from Bournemouth to Southend?

The journey between Bournemouth and Southend usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bournemouth to Southend every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bournemouth to Southend?

The Bournemouth to Southend train travel takes about 3 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bournemouth to Southend train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Southend leaving Bournemouth at around 05:12 and the last train leaving at around 20:22.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bournemouth at around 05:42, with the final departure at 23:08.

Bournemouth to Southend by train

First train

05:12
Last train

23:08

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

3hr 23m

Distance

201 kilometres
Trains per day

34

Avg. journey time

4hr 1m
Train operators

Taking the train from Bournemouth to Southend

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Train travel between Bournemouth and Southend: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Bournemouth to Southend:

Cheapest tickets: AU$75.92
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 2 and a half months in advance.

Train times for travel from Bournemouth to Southend

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:12 and the last departure is 20:22. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:42 and the last train leaves at 23:08. On average, a total of 34 trains make this journey each day.

Average train travel time from Bournemouth to Southend

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 23 minutes, travelling a total distance of 201 kilometres.

When are tickets between Bournemouth and Southend available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Bournemouth and Southend can be purchased 2 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Further insights on trains from Bournemouth to Southend

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Southend city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Bournemouth to Southend

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

How far is it from Bournemouth to Southend by train?

The train journey between Bournemouth and Southend covers 201 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Bournemouth to Southend?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at AU$75.92. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can I start booking my Bournemouth to Southend train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 2 and a half months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Bournemouth to Southend by train?

The shortest trip is 3 hours and 23 minutes.

Southend to Bournemouth by train

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