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Swanley to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

Planning a journey from Swanley to Southend-on-Sea? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 36.62, with average prices for this route around AU$ 49.18. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
04:34 2h 51m, No direct Swanley	07:25 Southend Central		Find Tickets
05:34 2h 13m, No direct Swanley	07:47 Southend Central	London Overground	Find Tickets
05:34 2h 36m, No direct Swanley	08:10 Southend Victoria		Find Tickets
05:34 2h 44m, No direct Swanley	08:18 Southend Central		Find Tickets
05:41 2h 29m, No direct Swanley	08:10 Southend Victoria	London OvergroundElizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:41 2h 37m, No direct Swanley	08:18 Paris	London Overground	Find Tickets

Swanley to Southend-on-Sea train route details

First train

04:34

Last train

23:54

Departure station

Swanley

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

1h 53m

Distance

41 km

Price

AU$ 36.62*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, London Overground, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Swanley to Southend-on-Sea

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 Swanley to Southend-on-Sea can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Swanley 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%

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 Swanley to Southend-on-Sea 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 travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Swanley to Southend-on-Sea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Swanley to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

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