It takes an average of 1h 0m to travel from Stratford (London) to Southend by train, over a distance of around 31 miles (49 km). There are normally 242 trains per day travelling from Stratford (London) to Southend and tickets for this journey start from £6 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:41 | |
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Last train | 23:58 | |
Departure station | Stratford (London) | |
Arrival station | Southend | |
Journey time | From 48m | |
Distance | 31 miles (49 km) | |
Frequency | 242 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £6 | |
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Fancy a day on the beach or weekend away in Southend and want to get there by train? You've come to the right place.
The train from Stratford (London) to Southend usually takes 1 hour and 2 minutes, but can take just 49 minutes on the fastest services. You can travel direct on this route with c2c or Greater Anglia. You'll find comfortable seating, space for luggage and on most services, free WiFi as standard.
Whether you’re heading for a day out at Southend beach or a wander along the Pier, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book trains to Southend-on-Sea and search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or use a Railcard.
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The average journey time by train between Stratford (London) and Southend is 1 hour and 0 minutes, with around 242 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Stratford (London) to Southend is 48 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Stratford (London) to Southend can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Stratford (London) to Southend without having to change trains. There are 242 direct trains from Stratford (London) to Southend each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Stratford (London) to Southend leaves at 04:41. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Stratford (London) to Southend leaves at 23:58. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Stratford (London) to Southend cover a distance of around 31 miles (49 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Southend to Stratford (London).
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Stratford (London) to Southend is right for you.
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