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City Thameslink to Southend-on-Sea Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from City Thameslink to Southend-on-Sea, starting from £12.40 and averaging £18.20. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 14m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
11:09 City Thameslink	12:30 Southend Victoria	1h 21m, Changes required	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:14 City Thameslink	12:44 Southend Central	1h 30m, Direct		Find Tickets
11:29 City Thameslink	12:50 Southend Victoria	1h 21m, Changes required	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:29 City Thameslink	13:02 Southend Central	1h 33m, Direct		Find Tickets
11:44 City Thameslink	13:14 Southend Central	1h 30m, Direct		Find Tickets
11:45 City Thameslink	13:30 Paris	1h 45m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

City Thameslink to Southend-on-Sea Train Route Details

First train

00:11

Last train

23:38

Departure station

City Thameslink

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

1h 14m

Distance

57 km

Price

£12.40*

Train operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from City Thameslink to Southend-on-Sea

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from City Thameslink to Southend-on-Sea can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 City Thameslink 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 City Thameslink to Southend-on-Sea ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from City Thameslink to Southend-on-Sea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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

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City Thameslink to Southend-on-Sea Train Route Details