Wickford to Southend by train

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Overview: trains from Wickford to Southend

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wickford to Southend, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:03 View journey
Last train 23:53 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 22m View journey
Distance (km) 16
Trains / day 64 View all
Cheapest journey £8.00 View journey
Avg journey time 24m
Train operators 1

Taking the train from Wickford to Southend

So you’re considering going from Wickford to Southend by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of train travel from Wickford to Southend

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Wickford to Southend:

  • Cheapest ticket: £8.00

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Wickford to Southend train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:03.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:53.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:48.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:50.

  • 64 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 16 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Wickford to Southend?

This journey covers a total of 16 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 22 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Wickford to Southend?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 2 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your Wickford to Southend travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Southend.

FAQs about the train journey from Wickford to Southend

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

The train journey from Wickford to Southend covers 16 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.