What is the cheapest way to get from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea is to line 28 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon Station and Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Howards Court. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon Station and Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basildon and arriving at Southend Central. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Basildon Station and Southend-on-Sea is 12 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

How do I travel from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The train from Basildon to Southend Central takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Train or bus from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Howards Court station.

Where does the Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

Can I drive from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea?

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Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basildon to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
18 min
£4–9
Line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Howards Courtbus 28
1h 2m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Seataxi 15.1 mi
20 min
£35–45
Drive 15.1 mi
1. Drive from Basildon Station to Southend-on-Seacar 15.1 mi
20 min
£4–6

Basildon Station to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Basildon Station, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

c2c operates a train from Basildon to Southend Central every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Howards Court every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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