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Outbound fromLondon Fenchurch Street to Southend by train
It takes an average of 1h 6m to travel from London Fenchurch Street to Southend by train, over a distance of around 34 miles (55 km). There are normally 360 trains per day travelling from London Fenchurch Street to Southend and tickets for this journey start from £10.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:41 | |
| Departure station | London Fenchurch Street | |
| Arrival station | Southend | |
| Journey time | From 51m | |
| Distance | 34 miles (55 km) | |
| Frequency | 360 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £10.10 | |
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Travel from London Fenchurch Street to Southend by train in 51 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from London Fenchurch Street to Southend by train, look no further!
The average journey time from London Fenchurch Street to Southend by train is 1 hour 6 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 51 minutes. You'll usually find 360 trains per day travelling the 34 miles (55 km) between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Southend. You'll probably be travelling with c2c to get to Southend, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from London Fenchurch Street to Southend start from £10.10 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Southend, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from London Fenchurch Street to Southend
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Fenchurch Street to Southend is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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