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Trip Overview

The average train between Grays and Southend-on-Sea takes 37 min and the fastest train takes 34 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Grays 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.

37 min
Duration
22 mi
Distance
£9
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Grays to Southend-on-Sea train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Grays and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Grays is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 12:24 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 37 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 40 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Grays 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.

Map of how to get from Grays to Southend-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 21.6 mi
  • Duration: 37 min

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

c2c operates a train from Grays to Southend Central hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 37 min.

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