Is there a direct train from Croydon to Southend?

The journey between Croydon and Southend usually involves 6 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Croydon to Southend every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Croydon to Southend train travel takes about 1 hour and 38 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Croydon to Southend train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Southend leaving Croydon at around 03:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:37.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Croydon at around 02:36, with the final departure at 21:37.

Croydon to Southend by train

First train

02:36
Last train

23:37

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

1hr 38m

Distance

59 kilometres
Trains per day

89

Avg. journey time

1hr 54m
Train operators

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Cost of train tickets between Croydon and Southend

The cheapest train tickets from Croydon to Southend start at US$38.33. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Croydon to Southend is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train times for travel between Croydon and Southend

If you are taking the train from Croydon to Southend, you will have 89 trains each day (with a departure every 7 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 03:40. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:37. On weekends, the first train departs at 02:36, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:37.

How long does the train from Croydon to Southend take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 38 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 59 kilometres.

When are tickets between Croydon and Southend available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Croydon and Southend can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Croydon to Southend by train?

The trip from Croydon to Southend covers a distance of 59 kilometres.

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

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at US$38.33. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Croydon to Southend?

You can book your tickets 5 months in advance for this route.

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

The fastest journey time is 1 hour and 38 minutes.

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