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Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central by train

First train

11:26

Last train

14:26

Departure station

Sudbury (Suffolk)

Arrival station

Southend Central

Journey time

From 2h 2m

Distance

35 miles (56 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

London Overground, c2c, Greater Anglia

How to travel from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central? Look no further.

You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Sudbury (Suffolk) and Southend Central, which usually take 2 hours 3 minutes to complete the 35 miles (56 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Southend Central by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Greater Anglia, c2c or London Overground are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Southend Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central

Want to know more about your journey from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Southend Central from Sudbury (Suffolk)?

To travel to Southend Central from Sudbury (Suffolk), you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 3 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 2 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central?

Trains from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central take an average of 2 hours and 3 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 2 minutes. You'll usually find 2 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Sudbury (Suffolk) and Southend Central by train?

The quickest journey time between Sudbury (Suffolk) and Southend Central by train is 2 hours and 2 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central?

No, there are no direct trains running from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central

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 Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Central 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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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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