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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Harpenden (HPD)

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69

train journeys
per day

49

miles (79 kms)

1hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

04:34 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Harpenden (HPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 69 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Harpenden , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 69 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Harpenden is approximately 49 miles (79 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Harpenden.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Harpenden. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to Harpenden Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:34
    2 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    06:42
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    05:18
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    07:17
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    07:47
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    06:18
    2 hrs 3 changes
    08:18
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    2 hrs 3 changes
    08:48
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    07:18
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:17
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:18
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:17
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    09:05
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    09:18
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    11:17
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    09:48
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:18
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:17
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:48
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Southend Central
    Harpenden
    Southend Central to Harpenden

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southend Central and Harpenden

The travel time between Southend Central and Harpenden by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Harpenden vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 69 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

First class tickets on trains between Southend Central and Harpenden typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southend Central & Harpenden. owever, there are 69 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Harpenden.

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