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Trains from Reading Stations to Southend East (SOE)

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35

train journeys
per day

73

miles (118 kms)

2hrs

fastest journey

02:24 / 22:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Southend East (SOE)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Southend East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Southend East is approximately 73 miles (118 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 12 mins.

Elizabeth Line, GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Southend East.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Southend East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Southend East Today

  • Mon 6th May
    02:24
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    05:57
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    03:54
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    06:57
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    05:10
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:57
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:27
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    06:19
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:57
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    07:38
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    08:10
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    08:41
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    09:11
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    10:08
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    10:34
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    11:07
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:14
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    11:41
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    12:07
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:14
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    13:07
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:14
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    13:41
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East
  • Mon 6th May
    14:11
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Reading
    Southend East
    Reading to Southend East

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address London Fenchurch Street station, Fenchurch Place, London, EC3M 4AJ
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:30
Saturday 06:45 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Southend East Station

Station name Southend East (SOE)
Address Southend East station, Ambleside Drive, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2UP
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:30 - 15:30
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and Southend East

The travel time between Reading Stations and Southend East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Southend East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:07.

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Amenities on trains between Reading Stations and Southend East can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading Stations & Southend East. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Southend East.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading Stations and Southend East, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.