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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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69

train journeys
per day

36

miles (57 kms)

1hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

03:45 / 22:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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On a typical weekday there are 69 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and London Charing Cross , 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 London Charing Cross is approximately 36 miles (57 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 28 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to London Charing Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to London Charing Cross Today

  • Mon 6th May
    03:45
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    04:34
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    06:07
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    04:51
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    06:24
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    05:18
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    06:53
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    07:18
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    06:18
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    07:48
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:18
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    07:18
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    08:43
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    08:18
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:43
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:00
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    09:05
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    09:18
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    10:43
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    09:48
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    11:13
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    10:18
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    11:43
    Southend Central
    London Charing Cross
    Southend Central to London Charing Cross

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 London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southend Central and London Charing Cross

The travel time between Southend Central and London Charing Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and London Charing Cross 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 03:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend Central and London Charing Cross 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 & London Charing Cross. owever, there are 69 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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