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Elmers End to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Elmers End to Southend-on-Sea, starting from £14.60 and averaging £14.60. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 35m. 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 |
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22:09 Elmers End | 00:56+1 Southend Victoria | 2h 47m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
22:09 Elmers End | 01:06+1 Southend Central | 2h 57m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
22:39 Elmers End | 01:26+1 Southend Victoria | 2h 47m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
22:39 Elmers End | 05:54+1 Paris | 7h 15m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Elmers End to Southend-on-Sea train route details

First train
07:09

Last train
22:39

Journey time
2h 35m

Distance
35 miles

Price
£14.60*
How to book cheap train tickets from Elmers End to Southend-on-Sea

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Elmers End 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
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 Elmers End to Southend-on-Sea, 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 Elmers End 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 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.
Elmers End 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:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.