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Trip Overview

The average train between Margate and Basildon takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Margate to Basildon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 17m
Duration
107 mi
Distance
£61
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Margate to Stratford Internationaltrain train Margate - St Pancras International / ...
  2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain train London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 12m
£52–91

Margate to Basildon train times

Trains run hourly between Margate and Basildon. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Basildon at 12:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Margate to Basildon? 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.

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  • Distance: 106.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Margate, England and Basildon, England?

You can take a train from Margate to Basildon via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 2h 12m.

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