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Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Greenock Central (GKC)

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16

train journeys
per day

378

miles (608 kms)

8hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

04:21 / 23:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 6 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Greenock Central (GKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Southend East and Greenock Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend East to Greenock Central is approximately 378 miles (608 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 39 mins.

c2c, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Greenock Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend East to Greenock Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 21 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southend East to Greenock Central

Journeys from Southend East to Greenock Central Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:21
    8 hrs 46 mins 5 changes
    13:07
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:50
    8 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    14:08
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:46
    8 hrs 21 mins 5 changes
    15:07
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:45
    8 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    16:11
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:40
    8 hrs 24 mins 5 changes
    17:04
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:47
    8 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    17:50
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:47
    8 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    19:07
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:47
    8 hrs 30 mins 5 changes
    20:17
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:47
    8 hrs 30 mins 5 changes
    21:17
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:47
    8 hrs 30 mins 5 changes
    22:17
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:47
    9 hrs 5 changes
    23:47
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:44
    8 hrs 48 mins 5 changes
    00:32
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:46
    13 hrs 51 mins 5 changes
    06:37
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:03
    11 hrs 34 mins 5 changes
    08:37
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:03
    13 hrs 33 mins 5 changes
    11:36
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:33
    13 hrs 34 mins 6 changes
    13:07
    Southend East
    Greenock Central
    Southend East to Greenock Central

About Southend East Station

Station name Southend East (SOE)
Address Southend East station, Ambleside Drive, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2UP
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:30 - 15:30
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Greenock Central Station

Station name Greenock Central (GKC)
Address Greenock Central station, Station Avenue, Greenock, Inverclyde, PA15 1DH
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:20 - 20:34
Saturday 07:20 - 20:34
Sunday 09:20 - 17:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southend East and Greenock Central

The travel time between Southend East and Greenock Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend East and Greenock Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:36.

First class tickets on trains between Southend East and Greenock Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Southend East and Greenock 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 Southend East & Greenock Central. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

c2c, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Greenock Central.

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