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London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 13.80, with average prices for this route around £ 15.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
11:08 London Waterloo East	12:44 Southend Central	1h 36m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:11 London Waterloo East	13:02 Southend Central	1h 51m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:23 London Waterloo East	13:02 Southend Central	1h 39m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:26 London Waterloo East	13:14 Southend Central	1h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:38 London Waterloo East	13:14 Southend Central	1h 36m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:41 London Waterloo East	13:32 Paris	1h 51m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea train route details

First train

05:18

Last train

23:21

Departure station

London Waterloo East

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

1h 35m

Distance

57 km

Price

£ 13.80*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo East and Southend-on-Sea on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea 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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London Waterloo East to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

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