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London Waterloo to Southend Central Train prices and times
Planning a journey from London Waterloo to Southend Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €11.25, with average prices for this route around €16.93. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
12:18 London Waterloo | 14:05 Southend Central |  | Find Tickets |
12:24 London Waterloo | 13:44 Southend Central |  | Find Tickets |
12:27 London Waterloo | 14:02 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
12:39 London Waterloo | 14:02 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
12:40 London Waterloo | 14:28 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
12:42 London Waterloo | 14:14 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London Waterloo to Southend Central Train Route Details
First train
05:34
Last train
23:50
Journey time
1 hour 19 minutes
Distance
58 km
Price
€11.25*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Southend Central
Season Tickets for frequent travel
Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo and Southend Central on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for South East England
To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.
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 Waterloo to Southend Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Southend Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Waterloo to Southend Central, 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%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Southend Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Waterloo to Southend Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Waterloo to Southend Central train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Waterloo to Southend Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.