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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Basildon is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Basildon is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Basildon via Euston station and London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Watford to Basildon?

The distance between Watford and Basildon is 45 miles. The road distance is 45.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £13 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Watford to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Basildon train from?

Watford to Basildon train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where does the Watford to Basildon train arrive?

Watford to Basildon train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Watford to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Basildon is 45 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Watford to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Basildon.

Watford to Basildon - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and line 142 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford to Basildon by train, car, taxi, bus, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 33m
£14–41
Drive 45.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Basildoncar 45.1 mi
52 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Basildontaxi 45.1 mi
52 min
£190–240
Line 142 bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Beechen Grove to Stanmore Stationbus 142
2. Take the subway from Stanmore station to West Ham stationsubway
3. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain
2h 1m
£22–27

Watford to Basildon by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 44.9 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Basildon via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 1h 33m.

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