What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Basildon?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Basildon is to bus and train which costs £11 - £24 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Basildon?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Basildon is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Basildon via London Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Basildon?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Basildon is 53 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Basildon without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £24 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Basildon?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Gatwick Airport to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Basildon train from?

Gatwick Airport to Basildon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Basildon train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Basildon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Basildon is 53 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Gatwick Airport to Basildon.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Basildon?

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1834+ hotels available in Basildon.

Gatwick Airport to Basildon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Basildon by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 18m
£24–56
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus Uk066
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 10m
£12–24
Drive 52.4 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Basildoncar 52.4 mi
56 min
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Basildontaxi 52.4 mi
56 min
£110–130
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Upminster stationsubway District
1h 50m
£30–83

Gatwick Airport to Basildon by train and subway

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Basildon, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Basildon via London Bridge, London Bridge station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 18m.

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