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Elstree to Southend-on-Sea trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Elstree and Southend-on-Sea takes 1h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Elstree 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.

1h 49m
Duration
58 mi
Distance
£33
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Elstree & Borehamwood to Farringdontrain train St Albans City - Sutton / ...
  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain train London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
1h 49m
£29–45

Elstree to Southend-on-Sea train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Elstree and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Elstree is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 11:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 1h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 49m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 49m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia1h 45m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia2h 4m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Elstree to Southend-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 57.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Elstree, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Elstree & Borehamwood to Southend Victoria via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 49m.

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