The average train between Basildon and Plymouth takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Basildon to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Basildon and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basildon is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Basildon to Plymouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Basildon station and arriving at Plymouth station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Basildon to Plymouth train services, operated by c2c, depart from London Paddington station.
Basildon to Plymouth train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Basildon to Plymouth train tickets online with c2c, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Basildon and Plymouth is 348.5 km. The road distance is 407 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £100–180 and the journey takes 3h 13m.