Timetable
Train route
Cheap train tickets
  1. Trip.com
  2. Trains
  3. UK Trains
  4. Route
  5. Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington Trains
UK Trains New User Gifts 2% off trains

  • 2% OFF

    Jun 19, 2024-Jun 20, 2026

    2% OFF UK Train New User Promo Code

    Jun 19, 2024-Jun 20, 2026

Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington, starting from US$19.41 and averaging US$20.11. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 21m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sat, Sep 6
  • Sun, Sep 7
  • Mon, Sep 8
  • Tue, Sep 9
  • Wed, Sep 10
  • Thu, Sep 11
  • Fri, Sep 12
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
Find Tickets
20:31
Southend Victoria
21:52
London Paddington
1h 21m, No directGreater AngliaElizabeth line
Find Tickets
20:32
Southend Central
22:01
London Paddington
1h 29m, No directc2cElizabeth line
Find Tickets
20:47
Southend Central
22:27
London Paddington
1h 40m, No directc2cElizabeth line
Find Tickets
20:59
Southend Victoria
22:21
London Paddington
1h 22m, No directGreater AngliaElizabeth line
Find Tickets
21:02
Southend Central
22:33
London Paddington
1h 31m, No directc2cElizabeth line
Find Tickets
21:17
Southend Central
22:55
Paris
1h 38m, No directc2cElizabeth line
Find Tickets
View More Trains

Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington train route details

First train
First train
04:13
Last train
Last train
23:05
Departure station
Departure station
Southend-on-Sea
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Paddington
Journey time
Journey time
1h 21m
Distance
Distance
62 km
Price
Price
US$19.41*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, c2c, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between Southend-on-Sea and London Paddington on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

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 London Paddington can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington 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 to save an average extra 30%

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 London Paddington, 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%

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

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

Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

  • Split Tickets

    Best Price Promise

    If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*

  • Split Tickets

    Split Tickets

    Save an average of 30% on train fares by splitting your Southend-on-Sea to London Paddington journey

  • Split Tickets

    National Rail Partners

    Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer service

  • Split Tickets

    No Booking Fees on the App

    Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees

Recommendations

  • Trains from Southend-on-Sea

  • Trains to London Paddington

  • Popular Routes

  • Top Destinations

  • Popular stations

*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%.