The average train between Tamworth and Southend-on-Sea takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Tamworth 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 Tamworth and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tamworth is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 1:23 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Tamworth 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 Tamworth to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Tamworth station and arriving at Southend-on-Sea station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Tamworth to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Tamworth station.
Tamworth to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Southend Victoria station.
Book your Tamworth to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Tamworth and Southend-on-Sea is 204.9 km. The road distance is 247 km.
You can take a train from Tamworth to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 38m.