Train travel to Southend Central guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Southend Central?

Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Southend Central provided by the following: c2c and Greater Anglia. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.

What are Southend Central's opening hours?

You can expect Southend Central to be open between the hours of 0:02 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Southend Central

Southend Central offers easy access with dedicated parking and pick-up/drop-off zones.

Connectivity of the Southend Central?

Trains to and from Southend Central connect easily to popular destinations like London, Barking, West Ham, Benfleet and Westcliff. Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Southend Central live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Southend Central, check now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Southend Central to Shoeburyness16:578mc2cOn time
Southend Central to London Fenchurch Street17:0259mc2cOn time
Southend Central to Shoeburyness17:087mc2cOn time
Southend Central to London Fenchurch Street17:0859mc2cOn time
Southend Central to Shoeburyness17:178mc2cOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central16:561h 1mc2cOn time
Shoeburyness to Southend Central17:019mc2cOn time
London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central17:071h 2mc2cOn time
Shoeburyness to Southend Central17:089mc2cOn time
London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central17:171h 5mc2cOn time

Station Details

Address:

Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB

Ticket Office opening hours::

Monday to Friday open from 05:45:00 until 18:45:00

Saturday open from 06:30:00 until 21:00:00

Sunday open from 07:30:00 until 19:00:00

Ticket Machine:

Available

Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

WiFi

WiFi

Shops

Shops

Station Buffet

Station Buffet

ATM

ATM

Bicycle Facilities

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