What is the cheapest way to get from Basildon to Plymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Plymouth is to train and bus which costs £50 - £100 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basildon to Plymouth?

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Plymouth is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Plymouth via West Ham station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Basildon to Plymouth?

The distance between Basildon and Plymouth is 254 miles. The road distance is 243.4 miles.

How do I travel from Basildon to Plymouth without a car?

The best way to get from Basildon to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £100 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Basildon to Plymouth?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Basildon to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Plymouth bus from?

Basildon to Plymouth bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Plymouth train from?

Basildon to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Basildon to Plymouth is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 10h 6m.

Where does the Basildon to Plymouth bus arrive?

Basildon to Plymouth bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Basildon to Plymouth train arrive?

Basildon to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Plymouth is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Basildon to Plymouth.

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There are 6 ways to get from Basildon to Plymouth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 57m
£106–202
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Harold Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
8h 37m
£51–98
Drive 242 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Plymouthcar 242 mi
4h 51m
£60–87
Fly from London City Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
7h 47m
£253–515
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X10
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
10h 6m
£53–129
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 59m
£130–300

Basildon to Plymouth by train and subway

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 252.7 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £95–180 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 6m.

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