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Southend-on-Sea to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester, starting from KRW 104,854 and averaging KRW 104,854. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 48m. 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	Find Tickets
18:52 4h 15m, Changes required Southend Central	23:07 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
19:51 3h 57m, Changes required Southend Victoria	23:48 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
20:11 4h 28m, Changes required Southend Victoria	00:39 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
20:31 9h 38m, Changes required Southend Victoria	06:09 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Southend-on-Sea to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

04:00

Last train

20:31

Departure station

Southend-on-Sea

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3h 48m

Distance

294 km

Price

KRW 104,854*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester 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-on-Sea to Manchester, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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-on-Sea to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend-on-Sea to Manchester 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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Trains from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester from KRW 104,854

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Southend-on-Sea to Manchester Train prices and times

Southend-on-Sea to Manchester Train Route Details