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Grantham to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

Planning a journey from Grantham to Southend-on-Sea? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 57.07, with average prices for this route around NZD 57.07. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:49 3h 3m, No direct Grantham	08:52 Southend Central	Find Tickets
06:17 2h 56m, No direct Grantham	09:13 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
06:39 2h 54m, No direct Grantham	09:33 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
06:58 2h 54m, No direct Grantham	09:52 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
07:19 2h 55m, No direct Grantham	10:14 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
07:28 3h 2m, No direct Grantham	10:30 Paris	Find Tickets

Grantham to Southend-on-Sea train route details

First train

05:49

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Grantham

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

2h 44m

Distance

179 km

Price

NZD 57.07*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, London Overground, c2c

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

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 Grantham to Southend-on-Sea can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Grantham to Southend-on-Sea for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Grantham to Southend-on-Sea, 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 Grantham to Southend-on-Sea 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 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.

Grantham to Southend-on-Sea train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Grantham to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

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