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Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea, starting from €7.37 and averaging €7.37. The entire journey takes no more than 34m. 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	Find Tickets
22:20 36m, Direct Tilbury Town	22:56 Southend Central	Find Tickets
22:50 35m, Direct Tilbury Town	23:25 Southend Central	Find Tickets
23:20 37m, Direct Tilbury Town	23:57 Southend Central	Find Tickets
23:50 34m, Direct Tilbury Town	00:24 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Tilbury to Southend-on-Sea train route details

First train

00:13

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Tilbury

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

34m

Distance

17 miles

Price

€7.37*

Train Operators

c2c

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

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Tilbury 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 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 Tilbury 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 Tilbury 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.

Tilbury 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 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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
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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