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Southend Central to London Paddington train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southend Central to London Paddington, starting from £13.80 and averaging £14.30. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 19m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
03:45 Southend Central	05:53 London Paddington	2h 8m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
04:11 Southend Central	06:13 London Paddington	2h 2m, Direct		Find Tickets
04:24 Southend Central	06:00 London Paddington	1h 36m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
04:40 Southend Central	06:33 London Paddington	1h 53m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
04:40 Southend Central	06:43 London Paddington	2h 3m, Direct		Find Tickets
04:50 Southend Central	06:33 Paris	1h 43m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southend Central to London Paddington train route details

First train

03:45

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Southend Central

Arrival station

London Paddington

Journey time

1h 19m

Distance

39 miles

Price

£13.80*

Train Operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend Central to London Paddington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between Southend Central and London Paddington 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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southend Central to London Paddington. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 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 Southend Central to London Paddington, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southend Central to London Paddington ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Southend Central to London Paddington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend Central to London Paddington train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Southend Central to London Paddington with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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