The average train between Prestwick and Southend-on-Sea takes 7h 29m and the fastest train takes 6h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Prestwick 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 Prestwick and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Prestwick is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 10:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Prestwick 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 Prestwick to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Prestwick station and arriving at Southend-on-Sea station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.
Prestwick to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Prestwick Town station.
Prestwick to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Southend Victoria station.
Book your Prestwick to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper and 3 other operators.
The distance between Prestwick and Southend-on-Sea is 563.5 km. The road distance is 773 km.
You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Southend Victoria via Glasgow Central, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 7h 26m.