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West Ham to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from West Ham to Southend-on-Sea, starting from NZD 18.31 and averaging NZD 23.03. The entire journey takes no more than 45m. 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	Duration	Find Tickets
00:13 West Ham	00:58 Southend Central	45m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:20 West Ham	01:22 Southend Central	1h 2m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:43 West Ham	01:29 Southend Central	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:09 West Ham	05:54 Southend Central	45m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:33 West Ham	06:37 Southend Central	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:39 West Ham	06:24 Paris	45m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

West Ham to Southend-on-Sea train route details

First train

00:13

Last train

23:53

Departure station

West Ham

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

45m

Distance

49 km

Price

NZD 18.31*

Train Operators

c2c, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from West Ham 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 West Ham to Southend-on-Sea can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 West Ham 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 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 West Ham 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 travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from West Ham to Southend-on-Sea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

West Ham 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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West Ham to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

West Ham to Southend-on-Sea train route details