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Manchester to Southend Central Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Manchester to Southend Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 262,67 AED, with average prices for this route around 262,67 AED.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
13:35 Manchester Piccadilly | 17:53 Southend Central |   | Find Tickets |
13:55 Manchester Piccadilly | 18:20 Southend Central | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
13:55 Manchester Piccadilly | 18:23 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
14:15 Manchester Piccadilly | 18:36 Southend Central | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
14:15 Manchester Piccadilly | 18:39 Southend Central | | Find Tickets |
14:35 Manchester Piccadilly | 18:46 Paris | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Southend Central Train Route Details
First train
05:05
Last train
22:15
Journey time
4 tuntia 9 minuuttia
Distance
294 km
Price
262,67 AED*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Southend Central
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Southend Central 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 Manchester to Southend Central 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 for greater savings
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 Manchester to Southend Central, 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%
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 Manchester to Southend Central 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.
Manchester to Southend Central train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Manchester to Southend Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.