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Moorgate to Southend Central train prices and times

Looking to travel from Moorgate to Southend Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £12.40, with average prices for this route around £13.80.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
04:07 1h 52m, Direct Moorgate	05:59 Southend Central		Find Tickets
05:08 1h 44m, Direct Moorgate	06:52 Southend Central		Find Tickets
05:11 1h 51m, No direct Moorgate	07:02 Southend Central	Elizabeth lineLondon Overground	Find Tickets
05:49 1h 36m, Direct Moorgate	07:25 Southend Central		Find Tickets
06:05 1h 37m, Direct Moorgate	07:42 Southend Central		Find Tickets
06:11 1h 36m, Direct Moorgate	07:47 Paris		Find Tickets

Moorgate to Southend Central train route details

First train

00:22

Last train

23:58

Departure station

Moorgate

Arrival station

Southend Central

Journey time

1h 25m

Distance

35 miles

Price

£12.40*

Train Operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from Moorgate to Southend Central

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

Moorgate to Southend Central 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 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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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