The average train between Cromer and Southend-on-Sea takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Cromer 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 Cromer and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Cromer is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 7:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Norwich and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 26m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cromer 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 Cromer to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Cromer station and arriving at Southend-on-Sea station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Cromer to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Cromer station.
Cromer to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Southend Victoria station.
Book your Cromer to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Cromer and Southend-on-Sea is 160 km. The road distance is 228 km.
You can take a train from Cromer to Southend Victoria via Norwich, Colchester, and Shenfield in around 3h 43m.