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

The cheapest way to get from Romford to Basildon is to rideshare which costs £2 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Romford to Basildon is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Romford and Basildon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Harold Wood Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Romford and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Romford to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Romford and arriving at Basildon via Upminster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Romford to Basildon?

The distance between Romford and Basildon is 12 miles. The road distance is 13.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Romford to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 30 min to get from Romford to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Romford to Basildon bus from?

Romford to Basildon bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Harold Wood Station.

Where do I catch the Romford to Basildon train from?

Romford to Basildon train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Romford station.

Train or bus from Romford to Basildon?

The best way to get from Romford to Basildon is to train which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Romford to Basildon bus arrive?

Romford to Basildon bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Romford to Basildon train arrive?

Romford to Basildon train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Upminster station.

Can I drive from Romford to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Romford to Basildon is 14 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Romford to Basildon.

How do I get a train ticket from Romford to Basildon?

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1834+ hotels available in Basildon.

Can I share a ride from Romford to Basildon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Romford and Basildon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Romford to Basildon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 7 ways to get from Romford to Basildon by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Romford to Upminstertrain Romford - Upminster
2. Take the train from Upminster to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
30 min
£6–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harold Wood Station to Bus Stationbus B1
41 min
£2–3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Hornchurch to Basildonrideshare 13.6 mi
34 min
£2
Line 370 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Romford Station to Upminster Station Forecourtbus 370 / ...
2. Take the train from Upminster to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
43 min
£5–10
Line 294 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Western Road to Harold Wood Stationbus 496 / ...
2. Take the bus from Harold Wood Station to Bus Stationbus B1
1h 11m
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Romford to Basildontaxi 13.5 mi
17 min
£35–45
Drive 13.5 mi
1. Drive from Romford to Basildoncar 13.5 mi
17 min
£4–5

Romford to Basildon by train

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Distance: 12.3 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

You can take a train from Romford to Basildon via Upminster in around 30 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Harold Wood Station to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 41 min.

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