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About Southeastern

SE Trains Limited, known as Southeastern, is a train operator owned by DfT OLR Holdings on behalf of the Department of Transport. It took over, on October 17, 2021, from the private company London & South Eastern Railway (also known as Southeastern). which operates the South Eastern franchise in the South East of England. In September 2021, the Department for Transport announced it would end the South East franchise operated by Southeastern, which is owned by Govia, after discrepancies in tax returns involving £25m of public funds. Southeastern Rail took over the franchise as operator of last resort on October 17, 2021 for three years, until October 2024. Southeastern serves major London stations including Charing Cross, Waterloo East, Cannon Street, London Bridge, St Pancras, Victoria and Blackfriars. The network covers 870 km of lines and has 180 stations. The South Eastern Railway will continue to operate the same timetable as its predecessor. Southeastern offers a wide range of train tickets for passengers to choose from. The ideal ticket for passengers traveling at the weekend is the Weekender ticket, which allows travel at off-peak hours on Friday or Saturday and return on Saturday or Sunday. Visitors to Kent should buy a Kent Rover ticket, which allows unlimited train travel outside peak hours for three consecutive days in certain areas of Kent.

Southeastern Route Map

Unsure about where to start your Southeastern adventure? Use our map to plan out where you want to go. From London, you can enjoy high-speed services to destinations like Liverpool, Edinburgh and Manchester. Southeastern are one of the primary rail operators in the UK, providing services from London Euston and a number of major terminals including Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly and Liverpool Lime Street. Many of the routes feature high-speed services with no changes required, making Southeastern an excellent alternative to air travel if you're looking to traverse up or down the length of the country.

What can Southeastern offers

A perfect journey is what Southeastern tries to achieve. Southeastern always wants to provide the best services to every passenger.
  • 1. Accessible travel
  • We’re committed to accessible travel for all our passengers, such as We can help you with your luggage if you’re disabled.
  • 2. Priority seating
  • We offer free priority seating maps to those in particular need of a seat - if you are elderly, disabled, have an invisible disability, or are pregnant. Priority seats are usually located near the doors and are indicated by a sign with the letter 'P' inside a blue triangle. Moms-to-be can also ask for a free Baby on Board badge.
  • Free onboard WiFi
  • Free Wi-Fi is available on Southeastern services.

    • How to Get Cheap Southeastern tickets

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    Book in advance
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    Split Tickets
    Choose a slower or connecting train
    On certain busier routes, it may be possible to opt for a slower or connecting train. Although it may take slightly longer than high-speed or direct services, you could potentially secure a cheaper fare if you have some extra time to spare. Additionally, you'll have more opportunity to appreciate the scenic views of the countryside!
    Travel Off-Peak
    Be open to flexibility in your travel schedule
    A significant number of train services in Europe are also utilized as commuter services, and as such, many train companies raise ticket prices during "peak hours" (typically from 06:00 to 10:00 and from 15:00 to 19:00 on weekdays). If possible, try to travel outside of peak hours to secure lower-priced tickets.
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    Southeastern Train Classes

    Standard Class

    • Free WiFi
    • Comfortable seats

    First Class

    • Quieter and comfier carriages
    • More space to work or relax

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    Travelling with a Railcard

    Travelling with Southeastern a few times a year? Get a Railcard and you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys. Click on one of the Railcard types below to see the various eligibility requirements.

    /railcard-guide/17-16-saver

    · Great for ages 16-17 solo travel
    · 50% discount on most tickets, including seasons
    · Valid for 1 year or until your 18th birthday

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    /railcard-guide/16-25-railcard

    · Great for ages 16-25 solo travel
    · Save 1/3 on eligible rail-travel fares
    · Average annual savings up to £189!
    · 3-year Railcard available to under 24s only

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    /railcard-guide/26-30-railcard

    · Great for ages 26-30 solo travel
    · Save 1/3 on eligible rail-travel fares
    · Average annual savings up to £251!

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    /railcard-guide/senior-railcard

    · Great for ages 60+ solo travel
    · Save 1/3 on eligible rail-travel fares
    · Average annual savings up to £98!

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    More info about Southeastern

    Q:
    Can I take my bike on board?
    A:
    You can take a bike on any of our off-peak trains, including any time on weekends and bank holidays. If you have a folding bike (one that folds in more than one place, like the Brompton), you can take it on any train, anytime. But they must be folded before they are brought onto the platform and remain folded throughout the trip.
    Q:
    How much luggage can I bring?
    A:
    An item of hand luggage (something you can place on your lap) Up to two larger items (preferably wheelie cases if they’re suitcases) The larger items should ideally each be: No bigger than 30x70x90cm (such as two large suitcases) Weigh no more than 23kg (approx. 3 stones and 9 pounds)
    Q:
    Which network do I connect to?
    A:
    Connect to 'Southeastern_WiFi'
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