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Southend Central to Watford Junction Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southend Central to Watford Junction, starting from $23.23 and averaging $24.16. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 7m. 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	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
03:45 Southend Central	06:30 Watford Junction	2h 45m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
04:24 Southend Central	06:59 Watford Junction	2h 35m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
04:40 Southend Central	07:12 Watford Junction	2h 32m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
04:50 Southend Central	07:12 Watford Junction	2h 22m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:08 Southend Central	07:29 Watford Junction	2h 21m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:22 Southend Central	07:37 Paris	2h 15m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southend Central to Watford Junction Train Route Details

First train

03:45

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Southend Central

Arrival station

Watford Junction

Journey time

2h 7m

Distance

49 miles

Price

$23.23*

Train operators

London Overground, c2c, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend Central to Watford Junction

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 Southend Central to Watford Junction can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southend Central to Watford Junction 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 Southend Central to Watford Junction, 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 Southend Central to Watford Junction more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend Central to Watford Junction Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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