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Trip Overview

The average train between Southampton and Southend East takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is an hourly train service from Southampton to Southend East. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 50m
Duration
119 mi
Distance
£53
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain train Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
  2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Easttrain train London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness
2h 32m
£45–83

Southampton to Southend East train times

Trains run hourly between Southampton and Southend East. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Southend East at 5:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southampton to Southend East? 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 Southampton to Southend East.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 118.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Southend East, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Southend East via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 32m.

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