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Southend to London Waterloo Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southend to London Waterloo? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £13.80, with average prices for this route around £14.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:30 1 hour 41 minutes, Direct Southend Victoria	06:11 London Waterloo	Find Tickets
04:37 1 hour 45 minutes, Direct Southend Central	06:22 London Waterloo	Find Tickets
04:37 1 hour 58 minutes, Direct Southend Central	06:35 London Waterloo	Find Tickets
05:05 1 hour 28 minutes, Direct Southend Central	06:33 London Waterloo	Find Tickets
05:05 1 hour 41 minutes, Direct Southend Central	06:46 London Waterloo	Find Tickets
05:19 1 hour 29 minutes, Direct Southend Central	06:48 Paris	Find Tickets

Southend to London Waterloo Train Route Details

First train

04:08

Last train

23:01

Departure station

Southend

Arrival station

London Waterloo

Journey time

1 hour 15 minutes

Distance

58 km

Price

£13.80*

Train operators

c2c, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend to London Waterloo

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Southend and London Waterloo 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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southend to London Waterloo. 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 Southend to London Waterloo, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southend to London Waterloo ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Southend to London Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend to London Waterloo 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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