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Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Southend Central (SOC)

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36

train journeys
per day

121

miles (195 kms)

3hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:41 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Southend Central (SOC)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham International and Southend Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham International to Southend Central is approximately 121 miles (195 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Southend Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham International to Southend Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham International to Southend Central Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:41
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:17
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:39
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:54
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:58
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:05
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:28
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:33
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:58
    3 hrs 2 changes
    10:58
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:28
    3 hrs 2 changes
    11:28
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:58
    3 hrs 2 changes
    11:58
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:58
    3 hrs 2 changes
    12:58
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:28
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:58
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:58
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:58
    3 hrs 2 changes
    14:58
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:58
    3 hrs 2 changes
    15:58
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:33
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:58
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:04
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:58
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:28
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:36
    Birmingham International
    Southend Central
    Birmingham International to Southend Central

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham International and Southend Central

The travel time between Birmingham International and Southend Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham International and Southend Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham International and Southend Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham International & Southend Central. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Southend Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham International and Southend Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.