The average train between Blackpool and Southend-on-Sea takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Southend-on-Sea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 8:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Southend-on-Sea? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Southend-on-Sea station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Blackpool to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southend Victoria station.
Book your Blackpool to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Southend-on-Sea is 358.5 km. The road distance is 434 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Southend Victoria via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 25m.