The average train between Southend-on-Sea and Kent takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is an hourly train service from Southend-on-Sea to Kent. 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 Southend-on-Sea and Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southend-on-Sea is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Kent at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Southend-on-Sea to Kent? 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 Southend-on-Sea to Kent. However, there are services departing from Southend-on-Sea station and arriving at Kent station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Southend-on-Sea to Kent train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.
Southend-on-Sea to Kent train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Southend-on-Sea to Kent train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Kent is 32.3 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Lenham via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Ashford International in around 2h 26m.