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Christchurch to Southend East train prices and times

Planning a journey from Christchurch to Southend East? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 42.67, with average prices for this route around NZD 42.67. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
19:28 3h 48m, No direct Christchurch	23:16 Southend East	Find Tickets
19:34 4h, No direct Christchurch	23:34 Southend East	Find Tickets
20:28 3h 57m, No direct Christchurch	00:25 +1 Southend East	Find Tickets
20:35 4h 40m, No direct Christchurch	01:15 +1 Southend East	Find Tickets
21:18 4h 23m, No direct Christchurch	01:41 +1 Southend East	Find Tickets
21:18 8h 42m, No direct Christchurch	06:00 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Christchurch to Southend East train route details

First train

05:19

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Christchurch

Arrival station

Southend East

Journey time

3h 30m

Distance

197 km

Price

NZD 42.67*

Train Operators

c2c, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Christchurch to Southend East

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Christchurch to Southend East can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Christchurch to Southend East for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Christchurch to Southend East, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Christchurch to Southend East ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Christchurch to Southend East train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Christchurch to Southend East from NZD 42.67

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Christchurch to Southend East train prices and times

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