Taking the train from Southend to Croydon

Ready to book a trip from Southend to Croydon by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost from Southend to Croydon

Ready to book tickets from Southend to Croydon? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Southend and Croydon typically run €21.55.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Southend to Croydon

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Southend to Croydon:

  • 04:00 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:05 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:49 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:37 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 13 minutes from Southend toward Croydon.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 78 trains serving this route each day.

Train duration for trips from Southend to Croydon

The swiftest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 36 minutes, crossing a total distance of 59 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Southend and Croydon?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Southend and Croydon 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Southend to Croydon

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Croydon city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Southend to Croydon?

The total distance between Southend and Croydon is 59 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Southend to Croydon by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is €21.55. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Southend to Croydon by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 5 months ahead of the travel date.

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

The fastest jouney takes 1 hour and 36 minutes.