Southend to Cambridge by train
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Overview: trains from Southend to Cambridge
Find the key information for travelling by train from Southend to Cambridge, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
From Southend to Cambridge by train
Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Southend to Cambridge by train. With 49 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.
Train cost between Southend and Cambridge: point-to-point tickets
Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$56.94, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.
Cost of travel with European train passes
Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.
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Southend to Cambridge departure frequency and train timetable
With 49 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 16 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:00 and the last one is at 23:36. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:49, with the last one at 23:37.
What are the travel time and distance for trains from Southend to Cambridge?
On this route spanning 83 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 23 minutes.
When are tickets between Southend and Cambridge available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Southend and Cambridge can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
Learn more about train travel from Southend to Cambridge
Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Cambridge city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.
FAQs about the train journey from Southend to Cambridge
Want to know more about your journey from Southend to Cambridge? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Southend and Cambridge by train is 83 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket on this route is AU$56.94. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .
You can book your tickets 5 months in advance for this route.
The quickest journey is 2 hours and 23 minutes.
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