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London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea, starting from £13.80 and averaging £15.40. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 23 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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17:06 1 hour 35 minutes, Direct London Kings Cross	18:41 Southend Central	Find Tickets
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London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea Train Route Details

First train

05:29

Last train

23:56

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

1 hour 23 minutes

Distance

58 km

Price

£13.80*

Train operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Kings Cross and Southend-on-Sea, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea Train prices and times

London Kings Cross to Southend-on-Sea Train Route Details