How much does a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London cost?

The average train ticket price from Southend-on-Sea to London is $19. The best way to find train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Southend-on-Sea to London?

A train trip between Southend-on-Sea and London is around 1h, although the fastest train will take about 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 37 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Southend-on-Sea and London?

The number of trains from Southend-on-Sea to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 34. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Southend-on-Sea to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Southend-on-Sea to London?

When taking the train from Southend-on-Sea to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with c2c, Greater Anglia.

What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Once in London, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Madame Tussauds London, Kew Gardens, London Mithraeum, The British Museum, St Paul's Cathedral.

Train Southend-on-Sea to London from $9

Next train departures

Next departures for Southend-on-Sea to London on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Prittlewell	58m	4:11pm	London Liverpool Street	Cheapest
Train	7:36am	Southend Airport	52m	8:28am	London Liverpool Street	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Southend Victoria	1h	8:11am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:18am	Southend Central	57m	8:15am	London Fenchurch Street	No tags
Train	7:22am	Southend Central	1h 15m	8:37am	London Fenchurch Street	No tags

Next departures for Southend-on-Sea to London on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:05am	Southend Central	55m	8:00am	London Fenchurch Street	CheapestFastest
Train	7:19am	Southend East	1h 18m	8:37am	London Fenchurch Street	No tags
Train	7:22am	Southend Central	1h 15m	8:37am	London Fenchurch Street	No tags
Train	7:35am	Southend Central	55m	8:30am	London Fenchurch Street	No tags
Train	7:49am	Southend East	1h 18m	9:07am	London Fenchurch Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:36 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Southend-on-Sea to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$10 - $43	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Southend-on-Sea and London?

Southend-on-Sea

A
London Southend Airport
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London

A
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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B
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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C
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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D
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Train Companies

c2c

Greater Anglia

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Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.8

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Southend-on-Sea to London by train

How much does a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London cost?
How long is the train trip from Southend-on-Sea to London?
How many daily trains are there between Southend-on-Sea and London?
Which train companies travel from Southend-on-Sea to London?
What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/19

$38

11/20

$16

Today

$15

11/22

$13

11/23

$16

11/24

$9

11/25

$9

11/26

$32

The cheapest trip from Southend-on-Sea to London was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $41 for a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-24.