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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Basildon is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Basildon is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £70 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Basildon via London Paddington and London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Taunton to Basildon?

The distance between Taunton and Basildon is 172 miles. The road distance is 174.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Taunton to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Basildon train from?

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

Where does the Taunton to Basildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taunton to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Basildon is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Taunton to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Basildon.

Taunton to Basildon - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Taunton to Basildon by train, car, plane, or bus

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best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 59m
£71–127
Drive 173.7 mi
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1. Drive from Taunton to Basildoncar 173.7 mi
3h 46m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 25m
£270–361
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h 3m
£65–131

Taunton to Basildon by train and foot

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2h 59mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Taunton to Basildon via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 2h 59m.

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