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Trip Summary
5 trains operate daily from Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea. The train trip from Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea is usually about 2 hours and 39 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Greater Anglia + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 52 mi (84 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 30m |
| Lowest price | $68.92 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea?
2 train services operate from Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea. Greater Anglia + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 1 | 2h 53m | $68.92 |
| Greater Anglia + Connections | 4 | 2h 36m | $68.92 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea start from $69, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Southend-on-Sea. CrossCountry + Connections in Cambridge leaves from Station Road . And in Southend-on-Sea trains arrive at Leigh-On-Sea .
From Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 2 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Southend-on-Sea faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 30 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Southend-on-Sea on a weekend there is typically one CrossCountry + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Cambridge.
Greater Anglia + Connections train tickets from Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea start from $69, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Greater Anglia + Connections schedules to Southend-on-Sea. Greater Anglia + Connections in Cambridge leaves from Station Road . And in Southend-on-Sea trains arrive at Leigh-On-Sea and 2 other train stations.
From Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea train travel on Greater Anglia + Connections takes 2 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Southend-on-Sea faster, Greater Anglia + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 30 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Greater Anglia + Connections offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Southend-on-Sea.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Cambridge to Southend-on-Sea are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Cambridge at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main departure station: Station Road
There is one train station in Cambridge.
All train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
Where is the train station in Southend-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: Leigh-On-Sea
There are more train stations and stops in Southend-on-Sea than most cities. Most trains from Cambridge will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Southend-on-Sea:
Train stations in Southend-on-Sea:
Leigh-On-Sea
Chalkwell Train Station
Westcliff
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