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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Watford Junction

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41

train journeys
per day

48

miles (77 kms)

2hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

03:45 / 22:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Watford Junction is approximately 48 miles (77 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 14 mins.

London Overground, Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Watford Junction.

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

Journeys from Southend Central to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 6th May
    03:45
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    06:31
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    04:34
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    06:56
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    04:51
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:12
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    05:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    07:37
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    06:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:37
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    06:55
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    09:05
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:12
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    11:05
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    12:05
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:12
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    13:05
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:12
    Southend Central
    Watford Junction
    Southend Central to Watford Junction

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 Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southend Central and Watford Junction

The travel time between Southend Central and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend Central and Watford Junction 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 & Watford Junction. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Watford Junction.

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