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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Luton (LUT)

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58

train journeys
per day

53

miles (86 kms)

1hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

04:24 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Luton (LUT)

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On a typical weekday there are 58 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Luton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 58 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Luton is approximately 53 miles (86 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 8 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, c2c, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Luton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Luton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to Luton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:24
    2 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    06:45
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:08
    2 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    07:10
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:22
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    07:26
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:47
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    07:56
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    07:56
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    08:19
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    08:41
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    1 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    08:49
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:10
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    1 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    2 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:26
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:43
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:56
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:56
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:56
    Southend Central
    Luton
    Southend Central to Luton

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

About Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
Address Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southend Central and Luton

The travel time between Southend Central and Luton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Luton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 58 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend Central and Luton 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 Central & Luton. owever, there are 58 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, c2c, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Luton.

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