Dewsbury to Southend by train
| First train | 16:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:09 | |
| Departure station | Dewsbury | |
| Arrival station | Southend | |
| Journey time | From 4h 26m | |
| Distance | 178 miles (286 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Train operators | c2c, TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Take the train from Dewsbury to Southend in 4 hours 26 minutes
If you want to travel from Dewsbury to Southend by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Dewsbury to Southend by train to take around 4 hours 38 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 178 miles (286 km). You'll have to make 4 changes along the way on your journey to Southend. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Dewsbury to Southend are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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