Cambridge to Southend by train
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Overview: trains from Cambridge to Southend
Find the key information for travelling by train from Cambridge 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.
Cambridge to Southend by train
Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Cambridge to Southend? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 83 kilometres.
Train cost between Cambridge and Southend: 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 US$17.00, 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.
Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.
Train timetable for travel between Cambridge and Southend
There are a number of different options for travellers going from Cambridge to Southend by train. Here is what to expect along this route:
First daily departure (weekday): 04:48
Last daily departure (weekday): 23:54
First daily departure (weekend): 04:38
Last daily departure (weekend): 23:25
Average number of daily trains: 54 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 16 minutes
Cambridge to Southend train duration
Trains on this route travel a distance of 83 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 7 minutes.
Booking time frame: Cambridge to Southend trains
Tickets for travel to Southend along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
More information on train travel from Cambridge to Southend
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Southend city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Cambridge to Southend
Want to know more about your journey from Cambridge to Southend? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total journey from Cambridge to Southend is 83 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at US$17.00. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .
Tickets for this route go on sale 5 months in advance of the departure date.
The fastest journey is 2 hours and 7 minutes.
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