The average train between Plymouth and Basildon takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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.
Trains run hourly between Plymouth and Basildon. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Basildon at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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.
No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Basildon station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Plymouth to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Plymouth to Basildon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and c2c.
The distance between Plymouth and Basildon is 348.5 km. The road distance is 407 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 8m.