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Southend-on-Sea to Barking train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Barking? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £8.50, with average prices for this route around £9.10.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:11 Southend Central	05:08 Barking	57m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:24 Southend Central	05:05 Barking	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:40 Southend Central	05:38 Barking	58m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:08 Southend Central	05:49 Barking	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:13 Southend Central	06:10 Barking	57m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:22 Southend Central	06:04 Paris	42m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southend-on-Sea to Barking train route details

First train

04:11

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Southend-on-Sea

Arrival station

Barking

Journey time

30m

Distance

28 miles

Price

£8.50*

Train Operators

c2c

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

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 Southend-on-Sea to Barking 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 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-on-Sea to Barking, 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 Southend-on-Sea to Barking 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 Southend-on-Sea to Barking more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend-on-Sea to Barking train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Southend-on-Sea to Barking 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 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
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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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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 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%.

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Southend-on-Sea to Barking train prices and times

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