What is the cheapest way to get from Basildon to Southend Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Southend Central Station is to line 28 bus via Whitegate Road which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basildon to Southend Central Station?

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

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Southend Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waldegrave and arriving at Travel Centre. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Southend Central Station?

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 to Southend Central Station?

The distance between Basildon and Southend Central Station is 12 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

How do I travel from Basildon to Southend Central Station without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Basildon to Southend Central Station?

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

Where do I catch the Basildon to Southend Central Station bus from?

Basildon to Southend Central Station bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Waldegrave station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Southend Central Station train from?

Basildon to Southend Central Station train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Southend Central Station?

The best way to get from Basildon to Southend Central Station is to train which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Basildon to Southend Central Station bus arrive?

Basildon to Southend Central Station bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Travel Centre station.

Where does the Basildon to Southend Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basildon to Southend Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Southend Central Station is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Basildon to Southend Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Basildon to Southend Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Southend Central Station?

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There are 5 ways to get from Basildon to Southend Central Station 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 Waldegrave to Travel Centrebus 28
1h 10m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Southend Central Stationtaxi 15 mi
21 min
£35–45
Drive 15 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Southend Central Stationcar 15 mi
21 min
£4–6
Line 28 bus via Whitegate Road
1. Take the bus from Waldegrave to Whitegate Roadbus 28
1h 12m
£2–3

Basildon to Southend Central Station by train

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Southend Central Station, 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 Waldegrave to Travel Centre every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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