Wakefield Westgate to Southend Victoria by train
| First train | 08:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:59 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield Westgate | |
| Arrival station | Southend Victoria | |
| Journey time | From 3h 42m | |
| Distance | 175 miles (281 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Wakefield Westgate to Southend Victoria in 3 hours 42 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Wakefield Westgate to Southend Victoria? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 52 minutes to travel the 175 miles (281 km) from Wakefield Westgate to Southend Victoria by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway to Southend Victoria. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Wakefield Westgate to Southend Victoria in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Southend Victoria by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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