The average train between Chichester and Southend-on-Sea takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Chichester 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 Chichester and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chichester is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Horsham and take an average of 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chichester 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 Chichester to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Chichester station and arriving at Southend Central station via Horsham station and London Bridge station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Chichester to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southern, depart from Chichester station.
Chichester to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.
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The distance between Chichester and Southend-on-Sea is 130.1 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Chichester to Southend Central via Horsham, London Bridge, and London Fenchurch Street in around 3h 26m.