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Travelling from Southend Airport to London Paddington, the fastest train takes 1 hour 11 minutes with an average travel time of 1 hour 17 minutes. With 58 daily trains, the first departs at 04:35 and the last at 23:06. Off-Peak hours begin at 09:30 on weekdays, and all-day Off-Peak on weekends and bank holidays. Keep informed of live train status, times, delays, and cancellations with us.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
10:56 | 1 hour 18 minutes, 1 change | 12:14 | Greater Anglia | Find tickets |
11:16 | 1 hour 20 minutes, 1 change | 12:36 | Greater Anglia | Find tickets |
11:36 | 1 hour 16 minutes, 1 change | 12:52 | Greater Anglia | Find tickets |
11:56 | 1 hour 18 minutes, 1 change | 13:14 | Greater Anglia | Find tickets |
12:16 | 1 hour 20 minutes, 1 change | 13:36 | Greater Anglia | Find tickets |
Travelling by train from Southend Airport to London Paddington is efficient and offers a scenic and comfortable experience. With frequent departures from Southend Airport, you can reach London Paddington in just 1 hour 11 minutes, making it one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between these two places.

The fastest train journey time from Southend Airport to London Paddington is 1 hour 11 minutes . Direct trains can save significant time by avoiding transfers. Always check if a direct route is available for your journey. Moreover, when searching for trains, consider the total travel time. Some routes with fewer stops or more efficient schedules might be faster.
No, there are no direct trains from Southend Airport to London Paddington. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip

Southend Airport to London Paddington trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
Typically, you should plan to arrive at the station 15-20 minutes before your train is scheduled to depart. However, the size of the station and your familiarity with it can affect this timing. For larger or less familiar stations, leaving home earlier can help reduce stress and ensure a more relaxed journey.
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