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

Looking to travel from Southend-on-Sea to London Charing Cross? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £9.50, with average prices for this route around £13.80.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
05:21 1 hour 49 minutes, Direct Southend Central	07:10 London Charing Cross		Find Tickets
05:31 1 hour 27 minutes, Changes required Southend Victoria	06:58 London Charing Cross	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:31 1 hour 47 minutes, Direct Southend Victoria	07:18 London Charing Cross		Find Tickets
05:47 1 hour 34 minutes, Direct Southend Central	07:21 London Charing Cross		Find Tickets
05:51 1 hour 44 minutes, Direct Southend Central	07:35 London Charing Cross		Find Tickets
06:01 1 hour 22 minutes, Changes required Southend Victoria	07:23 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

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

First train

05:21

Last train

22:47

Departure station

Southend-on-Sea

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

1 hour 22 minutes

Distance

58 km

Price

£9.50*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, c2c, Greater Anglia

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

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between Southend-on-Sea and London Charing Cross, 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

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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southend-on-Sea to London Charing Cross. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southend-on-Sea to London Charing Cross 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southend-on-Sea to London Charing Cross, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Southend-on-Sea to London Charing Cross 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 Southend-on-Sea to London Charing Cross more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Save money on your trip from Southend-on-Sea to London Charing Cross with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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