Is there a direct train from Southampton to Southend?

The journey between Southampton and Southend usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Southampton 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 Southampton to Southend?

The Southampton to Southend train travel takes about 2 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Southampton to Southend train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Southend leaving Southampton at around 05:03 and the last train leaving at around 23:08.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Southampton at around 05:20, with the final departure at 23:09.

Southampton to Southend by train

First train

05:03
Last train

23:09

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 44m

Distance

159 kilometres
Trains per day

26

Avg. journey time

3hr 27m
Train operators

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Train cost between Southampton and Southend

Average fares along this route:

The cheapest ticket price: €56.63
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

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Southampton to Southend daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Southend on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 26 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

05:03: departure of first train Monday-Friday
23:08: departure of last train Monday-Friday
05:20: departure of first train on weekends
23:09: departure of last train on weekends
Every 30 minutes: frequency of train departures

Train travel time and distance from Southampton to Southend

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 44 minutes. The total distance travelled is 159 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Southampton to Southend trains

Tickets for travel to Southend along this route are available for purchase 3 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn even more about travelling from Southampton to Southend by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Southend.

FAQs about the train journey from Southampton to Southend

Want to know more about your journey from Southampton 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 Southampton to Southend by train?

The train journey between Southampton and Southend covers 159 kilometres.

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

The cheapest tickets for this route start at €56.63. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Southampton to Southend train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 3 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Southend?

The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 44 minutes.

Southend to Southampton by train

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