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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Plymouth (PLY)

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23

train journeys
per day

226

miles (363 kms)

5hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Plymouth is approximately 226 miles (363 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:40
    6 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:07
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    12:14
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:09
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:09
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:09
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:06
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:06
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:06
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:06
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:36
    5 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:06
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:03
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:35
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:06
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    22:18
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:10
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:05
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    23:36
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:06
    5 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    00:39
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:36
    8 hrs 2 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    05:38
    Southend Central
    Plymouth
    Southend Central to Plymouth

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 Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southend Central and Plymouth

The travel time between Southend Central and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Southend Central and Plymouth 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 & Plymouth. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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