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City Thameslink to Southend Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from City Thameslink to Southend Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £12.40, with average prices for this route around £15.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
22:24 1h 48m, Direct City Thameslink	00:12 +1 Southend Central		Find Tickets
22:26 1h 46m, No direct City Thameslink	00:12 +1 Southend Central		Find Tickets
22:46 1h 53m, No direct City Thameslink	00:39 +1 Southend Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
22:52 2h 14m, Direct City Thameslink	01:06 +1 Southend Central		Find Tickets
22:56 2h 46m, No direct City Thameslink	01:42 +1 Southend Central		Find Tickets
22:56 6h 58m, No direct City Thameslink	05:54 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

City Thameslink to Southend Central train route details

First train

04:15

Last train

23:31

Departure station

City Thameslink

Arrival station

Southend Central

Journey time

1h 27m

Distance

57 km

Price

£12.40*

Train Operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from City Thameslink 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 City Thameslink to Southend Central can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 City Thameslink to Southend Central, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from City Thameslink to Southend Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

City Thameslink to Southend Central train ticket types

Save money on your trip from City Thameslink to Southend Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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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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