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Southend Central to Watford Junction Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southend Central to Watford Junction? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $23.23, with average prices for this route around $24.16. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southend Central to Watford Junction. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 Southend Central to Watford Junction, 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 Southend Central to Watford Junction 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.

Southend Central to Watford Junction 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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