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Edinburgh to Southend East Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Southend East, starting from SAR 168.47 and averaging SAR 271.50. The entire journey takes no more than 5h 54m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
19:58 10h 2m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	06:00 +1 Southend East		Find Tickets
20:20 12h 45m, Changes required Edinburgh Airport (By Bus or Tram)	09:05 +1 Southend East	London Overground	Find Tickets
21:00 12h 14m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	09:14 +1 Southend East		Find Tickets
23:40 9h 34m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	09:14 +1 Southend East		Find Tickets
23:45 11h 31m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	11:16 +1 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Edinburgh to Southend East Train Route Details

First train

05:40

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Southend East

Journey time

5h 54m

Distance

555 km

Price

SAR 168.47*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Elizabeth line

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Southend East

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Southend East during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Southend East for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Edinburgh to Southend East, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Edinburgh to Southend East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Southend East train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Edinburgh to Southend East Train prices and times

Edinburgh to Southend East Train Route Details