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Romford to Southend-on-Sea Train Timetable
Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Romford to Southend-on-Sea. The train trip from Romford to Southend-on-Sea is usually about 47 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Greater Anglia train can get you there in as little as 41 minutes.
| Distance | 23 mi (37 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 41m |
| Lowest price | £13.14 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Romford to Southend-on-Sea?
Greater Anglia is the one and only train line which connects Romford to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 3 | 0h 47m | £13.14 |
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Romford to Southend-on-Sea
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Romford to Southend-on-Sea on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Romford at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:00. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Southend-on-Sea. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Southend-on-Sea to Romford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Romford?
Main departure station: Romford Train Station
There is one train station in Romford.
All train stations in Romford:
Romford Train Station
Where is the train station in Southend-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: Prittlewell
Southend-on-Sea has one train station.
Train stations in Southend-on-Sea:
Prittlewell
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