Southend Victoria station
Victoria Avenue
Southend-on-Sea
Essex
SS2 6AZ
Southend Victoria Station can be found on Victoria Avenue in Southend-on-Sea as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Southend Victoria Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Planning a visit to the charming seaside town of Southend-on-Sea or looking for efficient travel options to popular destinations around Essex and London? Look no further than Southend Victoria train station! As one of the key rail hubs in the area, Southend Victoria offers excellent facilities and connections, making it an ideal starting point for both local commutes and longer journeys. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or new to exploring by train, you'll find plenty to love about this bustling station.
Southend Victoria station is well-equipped to cater to all passengers, featuring a range of amenities for a smooth and comfortable travel experience. The ticket office is open daily, offering extended hours throughout the week to accommodate busy schedules, with ticket machines available for quick purchases and collections. For accessibility, the station ensures step-free access to all platforms and implements smartcards, ticket validators, and induction loops for easy navigation and convenience.
While you'll need to make alternative arrangements for luggage storage, the station offers essential facilities such as toilets stationed conveniently by Platform 1, including accessible toilets. For families, baby changing facilities are also provided. While there is no dedicated waiting room or first-class lounge, the seating areas allow for a comfortable waiting experience.
One of the standout features of Southend Victoria is its impressive array of onward travel connections. Bus services operated by 'First' and 'Arriva' provide frequent local routes. Here and here you can find more information on bus route maps and timetables. For those seeking unlimited bus travel around town, consider purchasing a Southend PLUSBUS ticket along with your train ticket. Find more details at PLUSBUS. Additionally, rail replacement services are conveniently accessed right at the station forecourt.
Furthermore, if you're heading to or arriving from the nearby Southend Airport, you'll appreciate the dedicated bus services that make travel to and from the airport a breeze. Taxis, care hire options and local road connections offer flexibility for your onward journey too, ensuring you can travel confidently no matter your destination.
Southend Victoria acts as a springboard to many exciting destinations. Regular services connect travelers to the bustling heart of London, with popular routes to London Liverpool Street and Stratford. Closer to home, explore charming towns like Rochford, Hockley, and Rayleigh, all easily accessible for a delightful day trip.
For those on the go, connections to essential commuter towns such as Chelmsford and Shenfield are fast and frequent, catering to both business travelers and leisure seekers alike. With a host of destinations just a short journey away, your travel plans from Southend Victoria are only limited by your imagination!
Whether you're exploring the stunning coastline of Southend, delving into the rich history of nearby towns, or venturing into the vibrant city of London, Southend Victoria train station is your gateway to endless possibilities. With its convenient facilities, comprehensive transport connections, and an array of appealing travel routes, it stands ready to make your journey as seamless and enjoyable as possible. So pack your bags, plan your itinerary, and get ready to embark on your next adventure right from Southend Victoria!
| Ticket Office | |||||||
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| Ticket Office Opening hours |
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | Yes | ||||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from ticket office | ||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens ArrivalScreens Announcements | ||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||
| Customer services notes | Monday-Saturday 08:00-20:00Sunday 10:00-20:00Bank Holidays 09:00-18:00 The hours shown are for the Customer Relations team on 0345 600 7245 (option 8). Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property | None | ||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station is a category A station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955 Assistance meeting point is the ticket office. |
| Ticket barriers and gates | Yes |
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes |
| Accessible Toilets | Yes |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Southend Victoria |
| Seating area | Yes |
| Wheelchairs available | Yes |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
| Accessible spaces | 1 |
| Accessible car park equipment | True None |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
| Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. |
| Toilets | Yes The toilets are located near Platform 1. The National key toilets are located near Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only all toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 1 |
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| Accessible Toilets | Yes |
| Baby Changing | Yes |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Southend Victoria |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||||
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| Operator | National Car Parks Ltd | ||||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 14 | ||||||||
| Accessible spaces | 1 | ||||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | Available
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | Available
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| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
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| Public Wi-Fi | Available |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 62 86 Sheffield Stand spaces Beside station building in secure compound |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Replacement transport stop on station forecourt |
'First' and 'Arriva' operate a network of frequent local bus routes around Southend city and to nearby towns. For route maps and timetables: www.firstgroup.com/ukbus and www.arrivabus.co.uk Buy a Southend PLUSBUS ticket with your train ticket, for discount price unlimited bus travel around the town. For details: www.plusbus.info Bus stops are located directly outside the station on Queensway and also on Victoria Avenue. |
Bus services to Southend Airport |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:02 | 4 | On time |
| from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:34 | 2 | On time |
| from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:48 | 3 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 06:54 | 2 | Delayed |
| to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:06 | 3 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:16 | 1 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:24 | 4 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:32 | 3 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:43 | 4 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 07:58 | 2 | On time |