The average train between Sudbury (Suffolk) and Southend-on-Sea takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Sudbury (Suffolk) 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 Sudbury (Suffolk) and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sudbury (Suffolk) is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 8:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Marks Tey and take an average of 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 36m • 2 changes


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Want to know about travelling from Sudbury (Suffolk) 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 Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) station and arriving at Southend-on-Sea station via Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Sudbury (Suffolk) station.
Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Southend Victoria station.
Book your Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Sudbury (Suffolk) and Southend-on-Sea is 55.4 km. The road distance is 95 km.
You can take a train from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Southend Victoria via Marks Tey and Shenfield in around 2h.