The average train between Strood and Essex takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Strood to Essex. 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 Strood and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Strood is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Strood to Essex? 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 Strood to Essex. However, there are services departing from Strood station and arriving at Essex station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Strood to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Strood to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Strood to Essex train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Strood and Essex is 49.5 km. The road distance is 103 km.
You can take a train from Strood to White Notley via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 10m.