The average train between Nelson and Southend-on-Sea takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson 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 Nelson and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Nelson 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 Nelson to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Nelson station and arriving at Southend-on-Sea station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.
Nelson to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nelson station.
Nelson to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southend Victoria station.
Book your Nelson to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Nelson and Southend-on-Sea is 322 km. The road distance is 448 km.
You can take a train from Nelson to Southend Victoria via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 12m.