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Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Llanelli and Southend-on-Sea takes 5h 13m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Llanelli 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.

5h 13m
Duration
247 mi
Distance
£130
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
  2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain train London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
5h 21m
£108–199

Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea train times

Trains run hourly between Llanelli and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 5:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Llanelli is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Swansea and take an average of 5h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 43m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia5h 13m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 38m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia5h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 49m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 27m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 59m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 28m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 53m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 56m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 52m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 53m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 58m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 56m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Llanelli to Southend-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 246.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a train from Llanelli to Southend Victoria via Swansea, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 5h 21m.

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