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Pontefract to Southend-on-Sea trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Southend-on-Sea takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract 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.

4h 26m
Duration
227 mi
Distance
£98
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain train London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 7m
£69–127

Pontefract to Southend-on-Sea train times

Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Westgate and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract 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.

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  • Distance: 227.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Southend Victoria via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 7m.

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