The average train between Basildon and Harwich takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Basildon to Harwich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Basildon and Harwich. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basildon is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Harwich at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Basildon to Harwich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Basildon station and arriving at Harwich station via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Basildon to Harwich train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.
Basildon to Harwich train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Harwich Town station.
Book your Basildon to Harwich train tickets online with c2c, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Basildon and Harwich is 70.4 km. The road distance is 141 km.
You can take a train from Basildon to Harwich Town via West Ham, West Ham station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 2h 39m.