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Rainham (Essex) to Southend-on-Sea Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Rainham (Essex) to Southend-on-Sea? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £7.90, with average prices for this route around £7.90.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:27 Rainham (Essex) | 06:24 Southend Central |  | Find Tickets |
05:48 Rainham (Essex) | 06:54 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
06:18 Rainham (Essex) | 07:25 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
06:33 Rainham (Essex) | 07:41 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
06:49 Rainham (Essex) | 07:47 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
07:01 Rainham (Essex) | 08:03 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Rainham (Essex) to Southend-on-Sea Train Route Details
First train
00:17
Last train
23:53
Journey time
54 minutes
Distance
37 km
Price
£7.90*
How to book cheap train tickets from Rainham (Essex) to Southend-on-Sea
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Rainham (Essex) to Southend-on-Sea can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Rainham (Essex) to Southend-on-Sea, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Rainham (Essex) to Southend-on-Sea ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Rainham (Essex) to Southend-on-Sea 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.